Construction Manager

Kennedy Jenks•Seattle, WA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

KJ is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join its expanding team in the Seattle area. The role oversees and manages major water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with approved plans and specifications, company standards, budgets, schedules, and established deadlines. The Construction Manager leads the day-to-day project team, coordinates project participants and sub-consultants, monitors and documents contractor work, and manages project communications, reporting, staffing, safety, and accounting-related project administration. The position also involves maintaining strong client relationships, representing the owner when needed, and mentoring team members. The Construction Manager supports staff development and quality assurance by reviewing work products and encouraging participation in internal and external training opportunities. Travel to KJ offices and client locations is required.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant experience managing all aspects of construction projects, from concept to close-out, in the water, wastewater, and stormwater industry.
Degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field; experience may be substituted.
Proficiency with project management software.
Ability to travel to KJ offices and client locations.
Familiarity with materials, means, methods, tools, and contractual obligations involved in construction or repair of physical assets, including water and wastewater systems and process equipment installations.
Knowledge of building codes, technical requirements of construction, and current project delivery methodologies.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including timely communication with designers, owners, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Nice To Haves

Professional engineering (PE) or architectural license is desirable.
Certifications such as CCM or PMP are desirable.

Responsibilities

Act as the day-to-day team leader for the project.
Foster daily interactions with clients, designers, owners, contractors, sub-consultants, inspectors, and relevant authorities.
Conduct regular meetings with project staff to address and resolve project-related matters.
Facilitate fair yet firm resolution of project issues.
Ensure the project aligns with approved plans, specifications, budget, and schedule.
Coordinate and oversee sub-consultants.
Observe, monitor, and document contractor work, including managing project correspondence, RFIs, Memos to Designer, Field Directives, Clarification Letters, submittals, change orders, schedule of values, and progress payments.
Develop and review timely meeting agendas and minutes.
Generate comprehensive project reports and prepare and distribute owner-required reports.
Take responsibility for safety monitoring and mentoring of team members.
Maintain a current copy of the client agreement and all change orders.
Oversee accounting project management tasks, including review and approval of employee timesheets, project status reports, monthly billing draft statements, and aging reports.
Cultivate a strong relationship with the client and communicate regularly about construction and contract-related matters.
Attend public meetings and, when necessary, represent the owner.
Mentor employees and facilitate their growth by reviewing work products for quality assurance.
Manage all on-site and off-site project staff, including assigned field inspection and field office staff.
Coordinate staffing needs and staff availability with the CM group.
Encourage staff growth and training through KJ training opportunities and external resources such as seminars and online coursework.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, with accuracy, relevance, and attention to detail.