Construction Manager

SAIIA•Chester, VA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Saiia Construction is hiring a Construction Manager for a project in Chester, Virginia. The role directs, plans, and manages construction activities to support completion within the assigned schedule and budget and in compliance with company safety and procedural policies. Responsibilities and authority vary according to the client and project size. The position may be assigned to a project site or the corporate office, with estimated travel of 25% of the time. The Construction Manager oversees construction activities and personnel for an assigned discipline, leads project teams, monitors contract performance against milestones and budget, manages construction-package procurement elements, and works with the Project Manager to meet client expectations and the agreement’s scope of work. The role also supports resource and equipment management, quality and safety, personnel administration, client relationships, and business development, estimating, and preconstruction efforts as needed. Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor serving power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. It is part of MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. The company describes sustainability and safety as foundational to its culture.

Requirements

Three years of construction industry experience and knowledge of construction techniques, estimating, and construction management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence and document project activities.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Valid state-issued driver’s license and driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines; must be maintained.
Ability to work in an office or field environment, with possible exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, refuse, dirt, moderate noise, and risks associated with heavy machines, tools, and trucks.
Physical requirements include frequent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional driving, lifting or carrying 0–50 pounds, and reaching above.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also accepted.

Responsibilities

Comply with company and safety policies and procedures.
Oversee construction activities for the assigned discipline and project.
Construct the project and work with the management team to maximize project profit.
Oversee construction activities and personnel in accordance with delivery timelines and training requirements.
Report construction progress, performance, and key performance indicators to the Project Manager.
Follow health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
Model Saiia’s vision, values, and ways of working, and encourage others to do so.
Promote workplace equality and behave appropriately when interacting with colleagues.
Protect corporate information confidentiality and security.
Lead and supervise project teams.
Communicate goals and expectations effectively to crew leads.
Ensure Foremen and the Superintendent manage crews and subcontractors to provide a safe work environment.
Foster a respectful, constructive work environment with Foremen and Superintendents.
Manage construction-package elements of the procurement process.
Monitor contract performance against project milestones, budget, and other established metrics.
Maintain strong client relationships and work with the Project Manager to meet client expectations and the agreement’s scope of work.
Build relationships with Client Site Representatives to support open communication.
Ensure work in the assigned discipline meets Saiia safety and quality standards.
Manage equipment proactively to prevent damage and plan equipment resources.
Complete personnel administration, including documentation, performance management, and employee records.
Coordinate with Field Operations on resource management so the project has the right people at the right times to support profitability.
Support Business Development, Estimating, and Preconstruction efforts as needed.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health and safety, including working toward MasTec’s Zero Injury principles.