Construction Manager

RLB Careers • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

The Construction Manager primarily manages the delivery of on-site construction management services for clients and also contributes to internal business operations, including business development, financial management, and staff development. The role carries significant independent responsibility for entire on-site projects, multiple projects, or portions of projects. The Construction Manager identifies opportunities to add value and support the client’s desired project outcomes.

The role manages client relationships and construction/project teams, serves as a client liaison, and guides projects through preconstruction, construction, and closeout. This includes assembling and managing the architect and engineer team, design and schedule management, constructability reviews, budget development and cost control, contract administration, bidding and planning, permitting, contractor management, procurement, risk management, quality assurance, safety, and project execution. The Construction Manager maintains budget and schedule control and produces cost and status reports aligned with client objectives. The position may include mentoring project support staff or may be performed independently.

The ideal candidate takes a proactive approach, is committed to customer service excellence, communicates effectively, solves problems, manages financial information, writes clear reports, and can inspire and manage diverse teams. Work may take place outdoors and at construction sites, as well as in an office environment.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in construction management, or a bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience across a variety of building types and through all phases of construction management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Practical and logical approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Strong numeracy and financial management skills.
• Ability to write clear, precise reports and communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work on a computer and answer and speak on a telephone.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform site-related physical activities, which may include climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles, and walking, carrying, pushing, stooping, crouching, and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the client relationship and construction/project management team.
• Deliver projects that meet client goals and desired outcomes.
• Serve as a liaison with clients and assist with project-related decisions.
• Plan, organize, and direct project management through preconstruction, construction, and closeout.
• Build and manage the architect and engineer team; manage design, schedules, constructability reviews, budgets, cost control, contracts, bidding, planning, and permitting.
• Manage contractors, buyout, procurement, risk, quality assurance, safety, and overall project execution.
• Maintain project budget and schedule control.
• Manage project closeout to meet project specifications.
• Produce cost and status reports that meet client objectives.
• Mentor and manage project support staff when applicable, or work independently.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively to contribute to team performance.
• Understand client outcomes and identify opportunities to add value.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The company states that it provides an excellent compensation and benefits package.
• The company provides exceptional training and opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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