Construction Manager

Company Description

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Job Description

Construction Manager

Syracuse, NY US

This is a project-based role throughout US & Canada on project sites

We invite you to bring your education and experience into play as you manage the construction activities for face paced Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) projects in the manufacturing industry.  To succeed in this role you must have the desire to work hard and grow your career.  Are you our new Construction Manager?  Click the “Apply” button to submit your application.

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

Your New Role

You will join our Advanced Manufacturing Team within our Energy Market. 

As our new Construction Manager, you will be part of our Advanced Manufacturing Project Management team based out of Syracuse, NY, but you will be located on specific projects throughout the United States and possibly Canada.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Plans, schedules, and oversees other superintendents, supervisors, administrators on project related activities.
• Assembles members of organization (supervisory, clerical, engineering, and other workers) at start of project to review job specific issues (schedules, health & safety issues, subcontractor coordination, etc.).  Assign roles and responsibilities for field activities in accordance with the company practices.
• Leads team with the change orders process including proper notification, supporting data gathering/organization development for Project Manager review and processing.
• Participates actively in creating a safety culture in the office and at the jobsite.
• Serve as Project Site Safety Leader (in absence of full time EHS Supervisor).
• Collaborates with Project Manager in the development and modification to the Project Execution Plan (PEP).  Provide updates to the Project Manager in accordance with the PEP as it relates to cost, schedule and client management.
• Estimates cost of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to successfully manage change during a project.
• As the primary interface with clients during a project, obtains client feedback and maintains client relationships.
• Manages the execution of the commissioning and closeout processes.

• Adheres to the policies and standards set forth in our quality management practices.

About You

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Previous experience in a construction related field (management level not required)
• Ability to read plans/drawings/specifications and interpret data.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Project Scheduling and Job Costing.
• Construction sequencing and planning, construction scheduling/durations, safety planning, means and methods.
• Travel required (75-100%)

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates wit