Senior Construction Manager

HDR•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. The primary duties of the Senior Construction Manager are to assist in pursuing projects with various public agencies and once contracts are underway to technically and administratively represent a project owner throughout construction on a variety of public and quasi-public infrastructure projects. As Senior Construction Manager, responsibilities include managing inhouse and sub-consultant (testing, surveying, and other technical service providers) contracts and staff and perform as point person for construction contract oversight. Additional responsibilities include business development activities with clients to assist with the growth of the CCC Southern California program and marketing of HDR services to existing and potential clients and teaming partners. Working with supervision and support from senior HDR staff, this person will supervise and direct the activities of the field teams on either large projects or several projects spread throughout the Southern California and maintain healthy relationships with the client and all oversight organizations. The position requires a fundamental understanding of public and private contracts, familiarity with codes and laws governing construction and strong technical skills directly applicable to the type of construction underway. The Senior Construction Manager will work on projects that may include highway and bridge projects, aviation, maritime, transit, rail grade separations, and other transportation-related projects. In the role of Construction Manager II, we'll count on you to:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including but not limited to construction contracts; document, time, cost, and quality management; change management; and site safety. estimating, bidding, preparing and administering purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, cost control, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
Must have strong people skills and the ability to interact with the Owner, Engineer, Contractor and other project stakeholders
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with HDR's vehicle policy

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) or the ability to attain within one year
Minimum of 10 years of related experience in highway and bridge projects, transit, rail grade separations, or other transportation-related projects.
Successful business development track record
Southern California experience is preferred
Experience with Caltrans or similar DOT work

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for subcontractor coordination, scheduling and quality control
Prepare the Project Management Plan of Construction Management Plan
Develop procedures for executing construction contract administration such activities including document, change, time, cost, quality and safety management, and implement procedures in coordination with the project team
Perform additional construction management activities, including development procurement - construction schedules, construction subcontract scopes, review of subcontract terms and conditions, performance of constructability and value engineering reviews, construction estimating and schedule reviews, and project construction performance presentations
Administer and manage construction activities
Monitor progress of the overall design as related to construction requirements
Perform value engineering and constructability reviews
Coordinate local bidding efforts for quotes obtained in the field
Assist in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages
Coordinate document management
Review or coordinate review of Coordinate, expedite and reviewing construction submittals including shop drawings and pay applications
Prepare, issue and negotiate Change Orders
Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules
Control the project budget and schedule
Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control, and inspection services
Ensure subcontractor compliance with the Health and Safety Program through communication and inspections
Prepare and update project schedules, pay requests, and daily, weekly, and monthly progress, budget, and schedule management reports
Coordinate local bidding efforts
Take responsibility for project setup and temporary facilities
Perform other duties as needed