Overview
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic construction manager to oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion. This professional is responsible for coordinating and supervising the construction, developing and delivering an overall construction strategy for the project, reviewing the project in depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs. The construction manager will hire and manage subcontractors and staff and provide input or prepare and submit budgets as needed. This professional will plan, organize, schedule, direct and control the delivery of the construction, oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations. The construction manager needs to ensure that value is maximized, the client’s reputation is protected, risks are mitigated, interfaces managed, and the required project controls are in place.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience working as a construction manager, managing and leading a team on construction sites.
- Engineering degree with chartered status
- Understand and experience in delivering industrial, commercial base building and fitout projects for retail / shopping malls.
- Understanding and experience of the engineering and construction industry from a technical and commercial perspective
- Knowledge of up-to-date design developments, statutory regulations, codes of practice and industry standards in relation to construction.
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- PMI certification is a plus
Skills and Qualifications
- Responsible for the provision of discipline support and client representatives to the package managers during the design, supply, installation and commissioning phases.
- Approval / sign off all construction related plans and decisions across all packages.
- Responsible for reviewing the contractors’ designs in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements and in conformity with good engineering practice, safety and environmental protection in relation to construction. Ensure that the design process considers safe, efficient and effective construction.
- Responsible for the identification of any design changes as a result of a variation to the contract arising within the construction managers\' scope of work and the timely notification of the project and package managers.
- Responsible for the implementation and adherence to the requirements of the project quality plan within the area of responsibility.
- Responsible for highlighting to the project and package managers any technical queries/disputes regarding contractor supplied documentation and assisting thereafter with the resolution of such queries.
- Ensure adequate design safety risk assessments in relation to construction are undertaken, monitoring and ensuring close out of actions where appropriate.
- Provide technical input to the project quality plan.
- Support the engineering and O&M managers on construction related issues.
- Provide technical and commercial input into the construction plans supplied by the contractors.
- Analytical skills: plan strategies, investigate project cost variances, and solve problems over the course of a project.
- Business skills: prepare and follow project budgets, hire and manage staff, and coordinate with other workers and managers.
- Communication skills: clear oral and written communication with owners, clients, construction workers, inspectors and other specialists.
- Decision-making skills: choose personnel and subcontractors for tasks and manage deadlines and budgets.
- Leadership skills: delegate tasks to construction workers, subcontractors, and other managers to ensure timely completion.
- Technical skills: applied knowledge of industry concepts such as construction technologies, contracts, and technical drawings; a commitment to quality.
Additional Information
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.