Construction Manager

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Position Title: Construction Manager

Waldron is seeking a Construction Manager with minimum 10-15 years of experience in the construction industry. Primary job duties are to execute a medium-to-large sized construction project or multiple small projects. The successful candidate will primarily be assigned to Waldron’s project sites. Experience working as a construction project manager or construction manager is required. Industrial, power, and process construction experience is a plus.

Waldron Engineering & Construction, Inc. is a multi-discipline consulting engineering and construction management firm specializing in the design, construction, commissioning, and performance testing of power , energy resiliency, combined heat and power, renewable energy, and central heating and chilling facilities. Waldron prides itself on being a leader in advancing new and emerging energy production technologies and developing ways to bring them to commercial realization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide overall administrative and technical direction for medium-to-large size construction projects from inception to completion. May direct several small projects.
• Lead and oversee total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, and to high quality standards. Includes interfacing with client representatives, A/E representatives, union officials, subcontractors, building officials, etc.
• Develop and maintain project schedules for assigned projects—manage projects in support of the master schedule.
• Develop project budgets, cash flow plans, forecasts, and perform project cost tracking.
• Develop and execute project work plans and communicate with all stakeholders.
• Develop and execute project specific QA/QC plans.
• Develop project specific safety plans. Ensure that the project safety program is maintained for a safe and healthy work environment.
• Plan, coordinate and/or supervise activities of all company personnel on assigned project(s).
• Deliver complete written bid packages for multiple trades for assigned projects of small to medium size either directly or through subordinates.
• Prepare complete estimates in support of bid packages for assigned project(s) of varying size and complexity either directly or through subordinate personnel.
• Responsible for bid phase of all assigned projects resulting in complete, accurate subcontractor and vendor scope and costs.
• Develop subcontractor contracts and vendor purchase orders.
• Responsible for change management process with owners, clients, and subcontractors.
• Assist in staffing projects, perform interviews, and work with HR for onboarding and necessary training. Authorize/approve all project personnel transactions (hiring, transfers, wages, etc.).
• Ensure all company, client and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to. Interpret policies as required.
• Provide direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions as required.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members. Ensure both internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high professional and construction ethics.
• Communicate complex technical issues and make recommendations to Project Manager.
• Thorough understanding of all federal, state, and local regulations as applicable to specific projects.
• Understand company policies and procedures.
• Provide supervision and technical support to all subordinates
• Maintain up to date current training requirements.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Train and mentor subordinate employees. Ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Perform performance appraisals of direct reports and make recommendations to senior management on personnel actions.
• Continually look for opportunities to improve processes and procedures.
• Maintain all necessary licensing requirements.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction and with minimal supervision.
• BS in Engineering discipline or Construction Management or equivalent combinations of training and related experience.
• 10 - 15 years supervisory or equivalent experience in construction.
• Contractor’s license or ability to obtain one, when required by a jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of multiple trade construction means and methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction project contract delivery methods.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Prompt and accurate judgement.
• Solution oriented, strong conflict resolution skills, and negotiation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods).
• Excellent communication, organization, supervisory, interpersonal, and planning skills.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations & recommend corrective measures.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. P6 scheduling software experience a plus.
• Strong written communication skills and proficiency with job applicable software.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

• BS in Engineering discipline or Construction Management or equivalent combinations of training and related experience.
• 10 - 15 years supervisory or equivalent experience in construction.
• Contractor’s license or ability to obtain one, when required by a jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of multiple trade construction means and methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction project contract delivery methods.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Prompt and accurate judgement.
• Solution oriented, strong conflict resolution skills, and negotiation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods).
• Excellent communication, organization, supervisory, interpersonal, and planning skills.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations & recommend corrective measures.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. P6 scheduling software experience a plus.
• Strong written communication skills and proficiency with job applicable software.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The position will provide regular opportunities for overnight travel, and it may offer extended stay durations and/or long-term options.
• Projects are typically industrial in nature and may require work inside power plants, food processing areas, manufacturing areas, outdoors, etc.
• Some climbing, bending, and standing for long periods of time.
• Some lifting up to 50 lbs.

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