Construction Manager

GFT. • Audubon, PA

13d • $120,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Construction Manager to join its Construction Services team for medium- to large-scale water and wastewater projects in Eastern Pennsylvania. The role provides on-site contract management, administration, project controls, and coordination for projects of diverse and complex scope. The Construction Manager helps ensure construction is completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with safety, quality, contract, and regulatory requirements. The position also involves supervising and mentoring on-site staff, maintaining client and contractor relationships, supporting business development, and contributing to cost estimating, constructability, biddability, and value-engineering reviews.

The position is based in Audubon, Philadelphia, or Allentown, Pennsylvania, with a hybrid in-person and remote work environment. Core business hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Travel and overtime are required.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Construction Manager on significant water and wastewater conveyance, pump station, and treatment facility projects.
• Five to eight years of related, relevant experience in various aspects of construction management.
• Possess general knowledge of all construction disciplines.
• Understand major deliverable terms of engineering and construction contracts and manage projects accordingly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel and work overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM through CMAA), or ability to obtain CCM certification.
• Experience with software such as Procore, Expedition/Contract Manager, P3 or P6, and Timberline.

Responsibilities

• Interface with the Construction Management Project team on all facets of assigned projects.
• Manage on-site contract administration, project controls, and coordination for mid- to large-size projects of a diverse and complex nature.
• Monitor and enforce contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Supervise and mentor assigned on-site construction administration and inspection staff.
• Assist with timely review and response to requests for information, clarifications, and interpretations of contract documents.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with the client, contractor, and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and expedite the review of construction submittals and shop drawings.
• Attend periodic progress and coordination meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
• Review and/or prepare requests for payment.
• Review daily reports, quantity calculations, and other reports.
• Review and evaluate change management requests.
• Prepare monthly project progress reports.
• Perform construction cost estimating, biddability and constructability reviews, and value-engineering reviews.
• Assist with business development activities, including client visitation and proposal writing.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs and parental leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

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