Construction Manager

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors•Madison, AL

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About The Position

Generally responsible for the total delivery of services safely, on time, within performance budget, and meeting quality expectations on moderately complex projects. The role requires progressive experience in construction management and use of project controls for cost, schedule, and quality. Work is performed under minimal supervision. The Construction Manager is responsible for safe contractor performance, coordinating construction activities and resources, supporting project delivery and client relationships, and helping ensure technical and contractual work progresses efficiently and meets quality expectations. The position includes participation in field construction, design-phase services, subcontracting, major project decisions, and on-site startup assistance. The role also reviews specifications, drawings, and construction submittals, and communicates scope or design changes to senior engineering and design leaders. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 10 years of relevant industrial construction management or project-related experience. A bachelor's or master's degree in Construction Science, Building Science, or a related field, and a General Contractors License, are highly preferred. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 10 years of relevant industrial construction management or project-related experience.
Ability to lead a small team and deliver on commitments.
Knowledge of Hargrove project execution procedures.
Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
Comprehensive understanding of engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations and understand customer needs and preferences.
Ability to delegate appropriately, set priorities, communicate expectations and requirements, and structure accountability.
Demonstrated leadership ability and team orientation.
Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
Excellent verbal and written listening and communication skills.
Excellent presentation, leadership, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to handle stress with poise.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
Ability to work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment, including a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hat.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or master's degree in Construction Science, Building Science, or a related field from an accredited university.
General Contractors License.

Responsibilities

Use and follow department standards and become familiar with assigned project scope, specifications, and design criteria.
Ensure contractor activities are planned and executed with safety as the first priority and are performed safely.
Consult with design leaders and follow up to support efficient progress and quality of technical and contractual activities on projects.
Promote continued relationships with clients.
Participate in field construction efforts, design-phase services, subcontracting, and major technical, cost, scheduling, and performance decisions.
Recognize and promptly communicate scope and design changes.
Provide on-site assistance during startup.
Coordinate work activities with staff members and the discipline lead.
Coordinate with design leaders to ensure the flow of information necessary for scheduled project completion.
Advise the senior engineer about identified design or scope changes.
Review and check vendor and other discipline drawings for input.
Review construction specifications.
Review fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
Coordinate contractor activities to avoid lost time from unresolved problems or lack of direction.
Monitor contractor resource assignments to ensure appropriate staffing levels for the work.
Lead teams, delegate authority, set priorities, communicate expectations, and establish accountability to deliver commitments.
Coach and mentor team members.
Manage client relationships and communicate with customers, suppliers, contractors, government representatives, and professional and trade associations.