Smyth Industries - Construction Manager

Construction, Mining & Trades Engineering and Architecture Manufacturing This job requires U.S. work authorization. This position allows all levels of experience. Overview Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team of Construction Managers working behind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future. Smyth Industries Engineering Division is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as a Construction Manager to help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry. Benefits We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401K, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance, and Monday‑Thursday (4 days/10‑hour days). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Projects Provides day to day management on a variety of construction projects simultaneously, from conception through completion, which involves developing and updating project schedules, monitoring project progress and budget, preparing, and maintaining project files, monitoring quality of projects, and ensuring deadlines are met. Provides effective and timely project communication, both orally and in writing, and ability to represent the company in meetings and presentations to municipal and private industry clients, other governmental agencies, utilities, and the public. Exhibits the ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts in a fair and timely manner. Leads the project team to execute projects on time and on budget. Oversees the technical work products of staff and field engineers and others performing technical tasks to support water/reclamation projects. Coordinates with client and project team to develop project proposals/work plans and budgets, including assigning tasks to internal team, tracking required responses, and performing follow‑up. Coordinates with customer, client, and project team to develop comprehensive plan for construction project start‑up and successful kick‑off. Coordinates in a timely manner with clients, sub‑contractors, vendors, and suppliers to deliver projects, utilizing internal project tools and processes for tracking and follow‑up activities. Coordinates efforts with project owner and other parts of the organization as required to meet project schedule. Confirms adherence to construction specifications and safety standards by monitoring project progress, reviewing construction and fabrication projects for quality and conformance to plans and specifications, and verifying calculations and placements. Establishes and maintains working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, corporate management, inspectors, etc., providing client service to develop long‑term partnerships with client base and other stakeholders. Exhibits technical knowledge and experience in the principles and practices of construction related to water and reclamation project construction. Works with the Engineering team to investigate and resolve problems with existing designs. People Participates in professional and technical training opportunities for staff, including developing and presenting training in areas of expertise. Supports professional and technical development of team members through annual reviews, goal setting, and regular meetings with direct reports and others in the department. Provides ongoing day‑to‑day feedback and coaching of direct reports to support their work efforts and communication throughout the company. Leads counseling and development conversations with direct reports as required for performance issues. Provides administrative functions related to direct reports, including time and expense, PTO, attendance, etc. BD/Marketing Participates in construction/engineering‑related marketing and business development efforts, including: networking at industry events developing and managing client relationships developing individual pursuit strategies lead preparation of responses to proposal requests and RFQs Establishes and maintains working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, corporate management, inspectors, etc., providing client service to develop long‑term partnerships with client base and other stakeholders. Organizational Utilizes and supports development of methodologies and tools required for successful execution of engineering projects. Supports the development and maintenance of well‑defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies, and standards throughout the project life cycle. Actively looks for ways, and reinforce the actions needed, to improve performance within the organization Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward, while developing and managing others on engineering projects. Minimum Qualifications 5 years of Water Infrastructure or related industry experience. 5 years Project Management experience. Required to possess a valid driver's license and legally be able to operate a company vehicle. Must be able to physically perform all required duties which may include bending, lifting 50-pound objects, carrying 50-pound items, squatting, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, working outdoors most of the time, or standing for prolonged periods of time. Required to wear company supplied Personal Protective Equipment. The applicant should be comfortable working around industrial equipment. Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of Water Infrastructure or related industry experience. 10+ years Project Management experience. Bachelor’s or advanced degree in construction management or any relevant degree. Experience in Procore and MS Project scheduling software. Proficient in Bluebeam or other PDF review and editing software. Experience leading coworkers. Strong knowledge in water and reclamation construction. Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles Day to day work challenges confidently; willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility. Uses sound judgement: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty. Shows work commitment: Sets high standards on performance; pursues aggressive goals and works efficiently to achieve them. Teamwork: Employs personal strengths, knowledge, and talents to complement others. Exercises the ability to compromise and be adaptable. Collaborate with others to achieve common goals. Builds strong, positive working relationships with supervisor and team members/coworkers. Commits to quality: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and services against those standards; manages quality and improves efficiencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr TheChamberSoAZ