Construction Manager

Summary The Construction Manager will oversee project management and final oversight of all projects within private, commercial, and municipal industries. Establishing criteria to guide prioritization and ensure that the team’s work is aligned with short and long-term goals of the business will be essential. Taking ownership of the project roadmap and delivery of results as well as communication and messaging around progress to key stakeholders will be critical. The role will require regular reporting on status updates, key milestones, and the general health of each project. Information transparency and clarity will be very important to enable swift and effective decision making. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Proactively anticipate and manage change effectively and mitigate risk factors through careful analysis and planning Lead a team of project managers, assistant project managers, and superintendents Conduct staff meetings with direct reports no less than bi-weekly; conduct reviews with management to ensure accurate and effective execution of all projects Support the project schedule creation and evolution process Develops forecasted staffing plan for multiple project assignments within a single program; monitors performance and makes adjustment to resources in order to meet project milestones Ensure proper approvals prior to initiation of the construction phase Coordinates between contractors and stakeholders to resolve any issues during project implementation Control finances of each project and maintain deliverables on time, on budget, in alignment with client and company’s expectations Develop and manage the budget to meet project cost objectives Develop and maintain the strongest relationships possible with clients to grow revenue streams Collaborate with estimating team to assess the scope of project and cost/time estimates Work with the Superintendent and field team to coordinate job functions with crews and subcontractors Participate in quality assurance and regulatory audits with staff and clients as necessary Report contract-related project schedule delays, budget overruns, customer escalations, and scope changes to the Field Operations Manager Provide on-site analysis of ongoing construction projects Responsible for accurate and timely monthly financial reporting on assigned projects Perform continuous evaluation of project team members to quickly detect problems and weaknesses and actively drive solutions Manages budget expenditures associated with contractual agreements within the project scope. Receives, approves, and processes contractor invoices, evaluates and resolves claims and disputes in coordination with executive management, and approves contract payment certificates Manage, oversee, instruct, and approve scope of work by consultants, contractors and third parties; actively manages work towards achieving project milestones and project delivery Reviews proposed change orders to construction, procurement, and installation contracts for need, merit, and recommends appropriate course of action per department and agency Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents Ensure proper project close-out and handover to clients Provide training, coaching, and guidance to the project team as they grow in their project management experience Oversee recruitment, training, and mentorship of employees; support and encourage productivity and mentorship, including optimizing performance for improvement Take a proactive role to further understand the industry and innovative technology and services Troubleshoot any issues/conflicts that may arise Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred 7 to 10 years of relatable project management experience including proven experience in executing business plans, and managing financial performance of assigned projects Project scope ranging from $5 Million to $100 Million Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Project & Office is required Leadership attributes including, but and not limited to organizational and critical thinking skills, the ability to analyze data and trends, professional conduct at all times High-stress tolerance; must be able to thrive in a high-pressure environment A highly motivated self-starting, autonomous individual who can work independently and set their own priorities, yet also function well as part of the overall team Must be able to read and comprehend English Performance Standards Safety Culture: Foster a safety culture by modeling and reinforcing expected jobsite behaviors Team Orientation: Communicate in an open, honest, and respectful manner High Integrity: Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in business transactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employees accountable, keeping promises and commitments Ownership Mentality: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within own level of authority; seeks approval when appropriate Good Judgment: Knows when to stand tough and when to be flexible. Sees the big picture and the ramifications of actions Versatility: Is open to change. Adjusts positively to changing work priorities and business conditions Physical Requirements Sit, stand and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day Occasionally bend, kneel, squat and climb throughout the workday Lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environments Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of him/herself or others Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Astra Group, LLC