Construction Manager

Construction ManagerWe are currently looking for a Construction Manager to support our A&AS contract, assisting NAVFAC Atlantic, supporting facilities design and construction projects on-site at NNSY Portsmouth, VA.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesTactfully and professionally communicate NAVFAC requirements and positions and engage at multiple levels of authority to obtain decisive action from all affected parties, including the Construction Contractor (Contractor), Supported Commands, and other Agencies; must understand that their recommendations will be strongly considered in forming the basis for final action by field office leadershipReview pre-final contract drawings and specifications (including technical RFPs) with respect to constructability and compatibility with actual field conditionsParticipate in pre-award contract meetings, such as Functional Analysis Concept Development (FACDs) meetings and constructability reviewsCoordinate post-award contract meetings, such as post-award kickoff meetings (as applicable), preconstruction conferences, (informal or formal) partnering meetings, schedule acceptance meeting, design review meetings (as applicable), LEED coordination meetings (as applicable), Facility Turnover Planning Meetings (NAVFAC Red Zone), and final inspectionsReview contractor administrative submittals, such as: schedules (both bar charts and networks); environmental protection plan; design (as applicable) and construction quality control (QC) plan; health and safety plan; and accident prevention plan, and coordinate review and recommend approval or rejection of technical "Government-approved" submittals, such as shop drawings, product data, samples, design data, manufacturer's instructions, test plans/reports, certificates, and O&M data in a timely mannerVisit construction sites to monitor progress and solicit input from the Engineering Technician/Quality Assurance (ET/QA) representatives, review CQC reports and attend QC meetings; recommend necessary action to ensure contractor's QC program is provided in accordance with the contract requirements and that the three phases of quality control are being followedBased on technical knowledge and coordination with designer and construction contractor, provide technical solutions to unforeseen problems during construction; may include independently reviewing field changes that have no impact on the function of the facility or scope, cost, or schedule of the contractProvide project status updates to senior Government personnel within the field officePrepare property record inventory documents for Government Project Manager, DD1354 Transfer and Acceptance of Military Real Property and Disposal of DoN Real Property, in accordance with NAVFAC Business Management System (BMS) and in coordination with Project Managers and Installation Real Property Accountable Officer (RPAO)Complete required items to assist in effectively closing out a contract, including tracking receipt and delivery of as-built drawings, O&M manuals/eOMSI and warranty documents for the Supported Command/facility manager or local PWD, in accordance with NAVFAC BMSKeep the Government sponsor advised as to the status of projects, but the responsibility to plan and carry out the assignment is accomplished independentlyRequirementsKey QualificationsU.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is requiredCertification: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) / Registered Architect (RA) is highly desirable, but not requiredKnowledgeSound understanding of the overall supervision of construction operationsSound understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to constructionStrong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiencesSoftware: Proficiency using MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPointSelf-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomouslyExperience & EducationExperience: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Construction Manager, Project Manager, Field Engineer or Quality Control Manager (QCM) on commercial/industrial type facilities, utility, or waterfront-related contracts valued over $5MEducation: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Engineering Technology from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university or an Architecture degree from a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited university