Copy of Traveling Construction Manager

Knobelsdorff Enterprises•Springfield, IL

1d•$100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

In coordination with the Project Manager, take charge of all field construction activities and personnel on site. Ensure the delivery of a quality product completed on time, while maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, related field, or equivalent combination of experience/education.
Knowledge of Utility Scale Photovoltaic construction.
Self-starter and team player.
Ability to interface with all levels of management, staff, and customers
Competency in Microsoft applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Must be willing to travel to include overnight stays up to 100%
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Accepts ownership of all job site activities and personnel to include on-site planning, material & equipment management, process execution, and safety.
Ability to oversee and report daily progress to the project team, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
Ability to interpret and manage construction activities based on installation standards, project files, drawings, documents & records.
Lead Benchmarking, shareholder review, and approval activities based on Installation standards.
Experience with basic project and construction coordination, including planning, scheduling, cost management, change order identification, procurement of material/receiving, and customer relations.
Ability to manage field personnel and subcontractors to complete projects on time and within budget.
Experience with the installation and maintenance of construction projects.
Ability to uphold and facilitate our safety policy and the documentation of safety incidents.
Coach/mentor employees while providing feedback on performance.
Provide and assist with on-site training for field personnel.
Development and implementation of project procedures, schedules, and standards.
Provide technical assistance such as interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods, specify and order materials, tools, and equipment.
Review material and tool expenses ensuring accuracy and accountability.
Manage crew efficiency and assess task-based time.
Responsible to communicate conflicts or issues that have the potential to affect the schedule.
Willing to lead by example and work alongside the field technicians when needed.
Build and manage a weekly schedule with a forecasted 3-week look ahead.
Adherence to local labor laws – Journeyman to Apprentice ratios.
On-site company representative with strong communication skills, responsible for interactions with Inspectors, customers, landowners, OSHA, etc.
Aid in engineering constructability, design, review, and execution planning.