Construction Manager

MBP•Williamsburg, VA

3d•$98,000 - $120,000

About The Position

MBP is seeking a Construction Manager in Williamsburg, Virginia, to manage impactful vertical building construction projects in the government, commercial, and institutional sectors. This is a growth opportunity for a construction professional with demonstrated career progression who is ready to take the next step. The Construction Manager serves as the overall liaison between the Owner and General Contractors on specialized, multidisciplinary construction projects. The role manages the project’s technical effort for the client, leads the project team, and coordinates with project entities to meet deadlines and budgets. Work includes on-site representation, documentation, cost control, time management, and delivery of high-quality technical work products. The position works independently with limited guidance, receiving overall direction on emphasis and approach from Regional Building Service Line Managers, Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and/or Group Management. It generally performs in a leading project team role while independently carrying out technical tasks. The position is contingent upon award and requires authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Requirements

Demonstrated career progression in construction.
Experience in vertical building construction across government, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Job-site construction inspection experience on specialized, multidisciplinary construction projects.
High school education and some technical school.
Knowledge of construction practices and principles of construction management and project controls.
Working knowledge of scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, and construction techniques.
OSHA 10- or 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
Ability to provide direct client contact and care.
Clear and professional communication with contractors, owners, and subconsultants about work assignments.
Ability to stand and sit as needed at project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
Ability to safely navigate construction sites with uneven terrain.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

An associate's degree or higher.
NICET Level III or IV certification.
Agency certifications or advanced qualifications in areas such as surveying or NACE, particularly for professionals in vertical construction.

Responsibilities

Chair pre-construction and bi-monthly progress meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
Monitor submittal workflows to facilitate timely material approvals, fabrication, and delivery to the project site.
Track and expedite the resolution of critical submittals.
Monitor Request for Information (RFI) workflows to ensure timely responses.
Conduct quality-assurance inspections of contractor work and prepare reports documenting dates, site conditions, work performed, contractor staff and equipment, inspections, visitors, material deliveries, notable conversations, and digital photographs.
Create a register of deficient work items identified during quality-assurance inspections and track and expedite their resolution.
Supplement inspections with periodic HoloBuilder 360-degree digital imaging.
Supplement inspections with periodic aerial drone photography and video.
Monitor contractor compliance with special inspections and maintain inspection-report records.
Review monthly invoice payment allocations and recommend adjustments based on actual work completed or non-compliant work.
Review contractor change-order proposals for entitlement and assess proposed pricing, including quantities, rates, mark-up, and supporting information.
Make recommendations to the Owner and support negotiations on change-order proposals as needed.
Perform a high-level review of the baseline CPM schedule and monthly updates to verify reported progress and milestone dates.
Provide monthly executive summary reports on schedule and budget performance.
Coordinate the punch list of nonconforming items with the designer and monitor completion.
Monitor and verify completion of closeout requirements, including owner training, operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and stock materials.
Maintain certifications and recertifications.
Participate in company activities, including area and company meetings.

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for individual employees.
401(k) profit-sharing plan.
Health savings account with company contributions.
Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses.
Generous paid time off.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan repayment.
Annual gym reimbursement.
Pet insurance.
Paid volunteer time.
Mental health resources.
Company-wide wellness activities.
Training and development to support professional growth.
Coverage of costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses.