Construction Manager I

HDR • Biloxi, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

HDR is hiring a Construction Manager I within its Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) group, part of HDR’s Federal Business Group. EOC provides engineering, environmental, and construction management services, with staff working at remote sites, in client offices, or at HDR facilities. This position is performed in person, full time at the client’s office at Keesler Air Force Base. The role provides architectural oversight and direction for construction planning and management on an Air Force installation. The Construction Manager I may work independently or support more-senior staff on larger, more complex projects.

HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee participation. Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science, or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, or Bluebeam.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Construction or design certifications.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with estimating software such as PACES, MII, or Timberline; scheduling software such as Primavera P3 or SureTrak; and project management software such as Prolog.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Construction Management.
• At least 5 years of experience in architectural construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety for projects exceeding $1 million.
• At least 2 years of public or governmental organizational experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate daily records of construction site activity and produce reports on progress, safety, quality, permit compliance, schedule, and budget status.
• Provide architectural oversight and direction of construction planning and management for the client on an Air Force installation.
• Review construction submittals, including shop drawings and pay applications.
• Prepare, issue, and negotiate change orders.
• Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules.
• Coordinate with project team members, including the Owner, Engineer, and Contractor.
• Work independently or support more-senior staff on larger, more complex projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level