Job Description

A Construction Manager (CM), or Site Manager, manages the execution of a range of construction projects from beginning to end. Their duties include adhering to the project's schedule and timeline, delivering the project on time within budget, and risk management.

Construction Manager Job Responsibilities:

Oversees construction sites, general contractors, and workers to ensure a high level of quality and safety. Creates and reviews Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal, and Change Orders. Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals and procedures. Ensures that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with the contract documents and good engineering practices. Provides technical support to Project Managers. Develops and maintains project cost/change controls, and project budget and accounting records. Performs change order estimating and assists the Project Manager in change order negotiations. Coordinates and monitors schedule updates, invoices, and submittals. Assists in managing and reviewing the progress of contractors' construction schedules. Reviews weekly and monthly reports on the status and progress of the contracts, including project costs and potential changes. Reports the status of projects to business and market leaders. Attend client program meetings as needed.

Construction Manager Qualifications / Skills:

15 Years Experience. Knowledge of construction technology. Familiarity with the project and department budget process and tools. Knowledge of project controls. Risk assessment/management. Administrative policies and procedures. Conceptual planning ability. Conflict management and problem-solving skills. Leadership ability. Multi-tasking ability. Communication, meeting, and presentation skills. Comfort with time reporting systems.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or other related discipline required. 5+ years of project experience working in the construction industry required. Experience with large manufacturing facilities and construction sites preferred. * Proficient with MS Office Suite of tools, exposure to scheduling software, preferably Primavera (P6) preferred.