Construction Management Professional (Water/Wastewater)

CDM Smith•Fort Myers, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking a Construction Management Professional to plan, manage, and oversee construction management activities on small to medium size construction projects of a routine nature, or a single larger project, or multiple contract projects of a routine nature. This role may direct the day-to-day activities of construction representatives and construction coordinators. The professional will become familiar with project contract documents to coordinate and control assigned activities, including critical path method (CPM) scheduling and claims administration. They will interpret plans and specifications for clients, contractors, and field personnel, and identify and communicate project deficiencies, expected cost overruns, materials issues, and other construction-related risks. The role involves preparing reports, maintaining daily activity logs, and providing direction for shop drawing development and dissemination. Additionally, the professional will offer internal consultation to construction representatives, serve as a technical resource, and provide consultative services on government or funding agency regulations. This is a role where amazing career journeys unfold, offering an unmatched employee experience with meaningful projects and a focus on career growth and development in a challenging, progressive, and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
4 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Working knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods.
Knowledge of construction products, details and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.
Possesses an understanding of all facets of the construction process.
Good time and project management skills.
Ability to analyze, problem-solve and mitigate risks.
An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in horizontal construction of water and force mains, also water and wastewater plant construction.

Responsibilities

Plans, manages, and oversees construction management activities on small to medium size construction projects of routine nature or a single larger project or multiple-contract projects of routine nature.
May direct the day-to-day activities of construction representatives and construction coordinators on projects.
Becomes familiarized with project contract documents within each project to coordinate and controls assigned activities including critical path method (CPM), scheduling and claims administration.
Interprets plans and specifications for clients, contractors, and the company's field personnel.
Identifies and communicates project deficiencies, expected cost overruns, materials issues and any other related construction issues or risks related to their area of oversight.
Prepares related reports (ex: monthly progress reports, etc.).
Maintains daily report of construction activities.
Provides direction to shop drawing professionals to develop project related shop drawings.
Coordinates and disseminates shop drawings to project stakeholders as necessary.
Provides internal consultation to construction representatives and serves as a technical resource to other functional groups.
Reviews government or funding agency regulations to provide consultative services that reflect an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of legal requirements.
Performs other duties as required.