Civil Construction Manager

 

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Req Id : 100947 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No 

Job Summary

Construction Manager with a technical background in  Water Pump Stations, Water Treatment Plants, Dams & Reservoirs,  and/or Tunneling. The Construction Manager will be responsible for leading projects through planning, design and construction phases. Project types could include water storage reservoirs, transmission tunnels and pipelines, water pump stations, wastewater pump stations and related infrastructure projects. They will need to be skilled in planning studies, field alignment studies, coordinating with sub-consultants and utility owners, preparing preliminary and final design, drawing preparation coordination, developing technical specifications, and performing office and field services during construction. They will also be expected to direct field staff and perform client management activities to support our Water/Wastewater design and CM team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and execute work on wastewater, stormwater, and water utilities planning, design, and construction projects. Projects may include water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment, pipeline and pump station rehabilitation, and stormwater. Successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget. Utilize internal project management tools and resources Prepare technical deliverables (modeling reports, design reports, technical memoranda) documenting analyses, findings, and recommendations. Present findings to Clients through effective oral and written communication. Lead project teams, including technical subject matter experts, in planning and/or designing a major engineering project and coordinate special planning, economic, and engineering studies. Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (subject matter experts, cost estimators, GIS, designers, and other engineers). Review and analyze engineering data and reports Lead and manage construction administration phases of projects including submittal reviews, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, pay application processing, direction/supervision of inspection staff, and change orders for ongoing construction projects. Take technical and management responsibility of tasks and delegate effectively to junior staff.

Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project.

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related technical discipline

PE or CCM preferred 10 to 20 years of water/wastewater project experience, primarily focused on pump stations and pipelines

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field preferred, or relevant field experience.
• 18+ years construction supervisory experience required, with at least 5 years of previous construction manager experience.
• OSHA Training
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

OSHA training preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.   
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. 
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. 
• Requires repetitive movement. 
• May require