Electrical Construction Manager

Electrical Construction Manager We are currently seeking a high caliber Electrical Engineering Construction Manager for a long‑term basis within our client’s team of experienced professionals. Based in Dallas, TX. Support the construction program upgrades for the North Texas Veterans Healthcare System (NTXVHCS), including Dallas VAMC; Bonham VAMC; Garland VAMC; Community Based Outpatient Care (CBOC) facilities. Job Requirements The government requires a CM - Electrical Engineer (CM-EE) to provide construction management support, from pre‑design through construction, primarily for Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build projects, expanding VA’s internal contract management oversight capabilities. This individual will provide professional and technical consultative assistance related to operations, renovation, and new construction programs. This includes assisting the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative in project management, engineering, planning, scheduling, design reviews, code compliance, testing, record keeping, quality control, quality assurance, cost control, and general oversight of design and construction projects. Pre‑Design / Design Phase Responsibilities Scheduling – Development of project schedule to effectively plan for and report on the status of the project. Planning – Coordination with initial planning efforts; site studies; market analysis, site investigations, site surveys; preparation of budgets and cost estimates; preparation of preliminary schedules; cost modeling and analysis; and cost control management. Value Engineering Services – Conducting or participating in value engineering workshops and analysis of value engineering proposals. Market Analysis – Conducting market analysis based on the size and scope of the project and provide findings of market conditions. Constructability and Phasing Review – Contractor will prepare a study working with the facility staff and project management to analyze the constructability of the proposed project in terms of impacts to facility operations. Construction Period Phase Responsibilities Monitoring Project Financial Data and Budgetary Cost Accounting – Services may include monitoring and review budgetary cost accounting; administration of construction contract change orders; maintaining spreadsheets indicating project funds allowances, obligations, payments, balances, planned expenditures, etc.; assist in the documentation of the administration of construction contract change orders (preparing cost estimates, reviewing cost proposals, preparing change order packages for the Contracting Officer). Construction Phase Scheduling – Services may include preparing and maintaining daily dairies for project activities noting events affecting construction; maintaining a current project schedule, coordinating with general contractor, and comparing progress against the Contractor (CM) schedule and the general contractor’s schedule. Contractor (CM) shall address all schedule slippages to the Resident Engineer and make recommendations for adjustments in the project. Progress Meetings – Conduct or attend weekly or bi‑weekly project meetings to review and monitor projects and project schedules; review of construction contractor payment requirements (including preparation of necessary forms for payment processing by VA). Assisting in Issue Resolution – Contractor shall keep thorough records of occurrences, contracts, and other construction‑related matters of the project to assist the VA in conflict resolution. Perform scheduling, conduct and document regular progress meetings with all interested parties to review project status, discuss problems, and resolve issues accordingly. Testing and Inspection Services – The Contractor may be tasked to monitor the services of an independent testing agency/laboratory to perform project‑specific quality control testing and inspection services. The services may include, but are not limited to, testing/inspection of soils, concrete, precast concrete connections, steel, steel decking, applied fireproofing, roofing, curtain walls/glazing, and elevator installations. Commissioning – These services may include, but are not limited to, providing professional and technical expertise for start‑up, calibration, and/or certification of a facility or operating systems within the facility. The Contractor must be able to provide any level of commissioning need from total support to specialty services. Commissioning services may require start‑up planning, forecasting start‑up duration, estimating start‑up costs, determining start‑up objectives, organizing start‑up teams and team assignments, testing building system components, conducting performance tests, obtaining O&M material, plus conducting, scheduling and/or supervising O&M training. Performing Additional Construction Related Services – Maintaining marked up sets of project plans and specifications for future as‑built drawings; performing routine inspections of construction as work proceeds; taking action to identify work that does not conform to the contract requirement, and notifying the VA and general contractor when work requires correction; compiling thorough site inspections, lists of defects and omissions related to the work performed and providing these lists to the contractor for correction; monitoring project financial data and budgetary cost accounting; assisting in relocation efforts; administration of construction contract change orders; submittal review; Request for Information review and responses; daily logs of activity; coordination of owner supplied equipment; operational and maintenance data; closeout submittals and other services as may be required by the VA. Qualifications Has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited school of higher education. Minimum of 6 years of experience in both design and construction with a focus on Healthcare Electrical systems. Quickly understands and masters the requirements of the local state and federal jurisdictions and each project’s requirements. Possesses knowledge of Construction Contract Documents including Front End and Technical Specifications and Drawings to assess requirements. Has skills and working knowledge of engineering services, building codes, budgeting and scheduling to lead project success. Capable of supervising and managing personnel of diverse skillsets. Strong communication, language, and software skills with ability to use a variety of computer programs to produce work products. Experience as a CMa managing VA projects. Experience as a CMa managing medical projects. Notice to Candidates Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including but not limited to education verification, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening. To be Considered Candidates Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. Employment Type Direct, Permanent Location of Position Dallas, TX (There may be occasional travel to other medical centers within the North Texas VA Healthcare System, including Garland MC and Bonham MC). Location Type Project Site, Office Equal Opportunity Employer TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily here. TRS Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are based on job‑related criteria and not on the basis of any unlawful criteria. We ensure equal access to employment opportunities, services, and programs. Must have legal right to work in the United States. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr