Construction Manager

Cumming Group•Aliso Viejo, CA

1d•$132,800 - $185,933•Onsite

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! We are currently hiring a dedicated Construction Manager to support both landside and airside aviation projects. This position is based on-site at John Wayne Airport and is responsible for assisting with managing the scope, cost, schedule, and operational interfaces of all design and construction related activities. This position will be focused on schedule certainty, budget delivery, and making sure that construction work meets the required quality standards while enforcing a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on the project. Cumming Group is passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget. Our project and cost-management services are specifically tailored to each client’s needs and add meaningful value at every step of a project’s development. Drawing on deep expertise in the communities and sectors we serve, we anticipate and solve problems, deliver solutions, and drive results. Since opening our doors in 1996, Cumming Group has grown to 50+ offices globally, and is now home to more than 1,950 team members – including many of the brightest minds in the industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related field required.
Ten (10) years or more experience, preferably on airport projects.
Experience with various delivery methods, including design-bid-build, design+CMAR, and design-build.
Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
Proficiency with MS Office and Bluebeam softwares as well as familiarity with PM Web.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, CCM, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional license or certification.

Responsibilities

Monitor all on-site field construction activities associated with the completion of the project.
Apply comprehensive knowledge of various disciplines to be used during construction, as well as the methods and techniques to be utilized for installation.
Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and Area Shutdown Requests (ASR’s) and all proper notifications are made.
Become thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected.
Ensure all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals and RFI’s.
Work with Construction Contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identify critical milestones and priorities.
Monitor budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule.
Monitor the assignment of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and to meet budget goals
Keep alert to possible problem areas and take preventative action to ensure that critical milestones are met for each phase of the project.
Ensure the use of sound and safe construction practices to attain required quality control at the maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
Prepare periodic reports summarizing progress of construction activities for higher-level management and clients.
Ensure effective implementation of all policies and procedures, including project labor agreement policies.
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
Participate in all necessary coordination meetings with the construction contractor, trade partners, stakeholders, and owner.
Review contractor potential change order claims for merit and negotiate to final resolution.