Construction Manager

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Construction Manager in Phoenix, Arizona with water/wastewater experience. The Construction Manager (CM) is responsible for seeing that the project is constructed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as day-to-day team leader for the project including participate in daily personal interactions with clients, designers, owners, contractors, subcontractors, inspectors, and authorities.
• Meet regularly with all field office staff to discuss and resolve project matters and facilitate the resolution of all project issues.
• Assure project is constructed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, budget and schedule.
• Observe, monitor and document the work of the contractor, including management of all project correspondence, RFIs, Memos to Designer, Field Directives, Clarification Letters, submittals, change orders, and progress payments.
• Develop project reports, maintain current copies of agreements with client and all change orders, prepare and distribute owner-required project reports.
• Responsible for safety monitoring/mentoring of team members.
• Accounting project management, such as review and approval of employee timesheets, review and processing project status reports, review and approval of monthly billing draft statements, review and management of aging reports, etc.
• Cultivate strong relationship with client, including frequent communication of both construction and contract-related issues.
• Attend public meetings as necessary and represent owner at public meetings as necessary.
• Be actively involved in employees’ project assignments to mentor them and cultivate their growth. Actively review their work-product for quality assurance. Model excellent communication skills, both orally and in written documentation, to ensure accuracy, relevance, and attention to detail.
• Manage all on-site KJ staff including field inspection staff and field office staff assigned to the project.
• Coordinate staffing needs and staff availability with CM group.
• Monitor and encourage staff growth and training through participation in training opportunities.

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of relevant experience managing all aspects of construction projects, from concept to close out, in water, wastewater and stormwater industry.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field or equivalent experience
• Professional engineering or architectural license is desirable
• Certifications such as CCM or PMP is desirable
• Experience with project management software
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Familiarity with materials, means, methods, tools, and contractual obligations involved in the construction or repair of various physical assets including water and wastewater and process equipment installations.
• Knowledge of building codes, technical requirements of construction and current project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to timely communicate to various project parties including designer, owner, contractor, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Ability to work in construction atmosphere with limited amenities.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $116,000 to $190,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.