Construction Site Manager

The Vertex Companies • Danvers, MA

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About The Position

Vertex is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to help deliver critical projects. Join our team if you thrive in a fast-paced environment, implementing construction projects and overseeing their progress daily on behalf of the Owner as an Onsite Project Manager. Work in close coordination with the assigned Project Manager (PM) and understand the obligations of the OPM contract to deliver first-class project representation for projects. Become intimately familiar with the requirements of the contract, plans, and specifications (Contract Documents) and ensure compliance with all documents. Understand the status of submittals, shop drawings, etc., and ensure quick access to all approved submittals. Communicate closely with the Architect and owner facilities personnel and coordinate communications with Contractors and other consultants. Assist Architect and PM in approving monthly progress requisitions and proposed change orders. W appropriate, track all time and material slips to ensure accurate quantities for approval. Monitor all onsite activities including all deliveries, manpower levels, work activities, site visits, and directions, and accurately complete the Daily Report to indicate the status of all these events. Oversee the operations of the General Contractor / CM to ensure compliance with Contract Documents and that project is properly supervised by GC/CM including the requirement that GC implement a comprehensive safety plan. Work to resolve any issues that may be under the control of the Owner or Architect to ensure that GC/CM is not delayed in the progress of the work. Provide first line of inspection for all Quality Assurance requirements including inspection of all materials and workmanship. Facilitate QA/QC processes and manage all outstanding issues to minimize open issues and ensure compliance. Follow-up with architects and sub-consultants to resolve any non-conforming work and document architects' direction. Analyze and review Contractor's CPM schedule and updates and track job site progress. Advise PM of all possible deviations and work creatively with Contractor to implement any necessary recovery schedules. Liaison with Building Inspection officials, Fire Department and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction and accompanying officials during periodic inspections. Manage relations with neighbors and work cooperatively to address concerns generated by construction. Manage the work of the commissioning agent and other independent agents to complete their scope of work. Coordinate the installation of furniture and technology vendors. Assure that all closeout requirements are met by Contractor including scheduling all owner staff for training, cataloging and transferring O&M manuals, accurately updating as-built documents, and monitoring completion of all punch list activities.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of construction superintendence or construction project management with specific onsite experience.
• Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods.
• Knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
• Familiarity with construction management software packages such as Procore or similar preferred.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Excellent time and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a university or campus environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in close coordination with the assigned Project Manager (PM) and understand the obligations of the OPM contract.
• Become intimately familiar with the requirements of the contract, plans, and specifications (Contract Documents) and ensure compliance.
• Understand the status of submittals, shop drawings, etc., and ensure quick access to all approved submittals.
• Communicate closely with the Architect and owner facilities personnel and coordinate communications with Contractors and other consultants.
• Assist Architect and PM in approving monthly progress requisitions and proposed change orders.
• Track all time and material slips to ensure accurate quantities for approval.
• Monitor all onsite activities including deliveries, manpower levels, work activities, site visits, and directions.
• Accurately complete the Daily Report to indicate the status of all onsite events.
• Oversee the operations of the General Contractor / CM to ensure compliance with Contract Documents.
• Ensure that the project is properly supervised by GC/CM including the requirement that GC implement a comprehensive safety plan.
• Work to resolve any issues that may be under the control of the Owner or Architect.
• Provide first line of inspection for all Quality Assurance requirements including inspection of all materials and workmanship.
• Facilitate QA/QC processes and manage all outstanding issues to minimize open issues and ensure compliance.
• Follow-up with architects and sub-consultants to resolve any non-conforming work.
• Analyze and review Contractor's CPM schedule and updates and track job site progress.
• Advise PM of all possible deviations and work creatively with Contractor to implement any necessary recovery schedules.
• Liaison with Building Inspection officials, Fire Department and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Manage relations with neighbors and work cooperatively to address concerns generated by construction.
• Manage the work of the commissioning agent and other independent agents.
• Coordinate the installation of furniture and technology vendors.
• Assure that all closeout requirements are met by Contractor.

Benefits

• Healthcare (with multiple plan options)
• Dental insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401k plan with immediate match and vesting
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off plan including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree