Assistant Construction Manager - Water / Wastewater Construction

Burns & McDonnell; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support the Construction Project Manager, EPC/PM roles on water and wastewater projects. You will assist with safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, procurement, subcontractors, and field operations across diverse projects.

The role involves coordinating plans, permits, risk reviews, and client interface, with responsibilities spanning RFPs, change orders, cost reporting, and project closeout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; well organized.
• Analytical, detail oriented with ability to multi-task in fast-paced environments.
• Experience on construction project sites or program management across multiple industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day management of safety, quality, schedule, cost, contracts, subcontractors, and procurement.
• Support development of project execution, QA, safety, and subcontracting plans.
• Contribute to bid preparation, RFPs, and contract documents for subcontractor and client selection.
• Support cost reporting, scheduling, WBS, and progress tracking.
• Prepare project status reports, risk, schedule, and cash flow updates for stakeholders.
• Assist with invoicing processes and project documentation control.
• Coordinate turnover, filing, warranty, and closeout activities.
• Ensure compliance with policies and participate in safety, quality, progress, and financial audits.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Construction/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document control software

Project management software

Job description

Description

The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries but will primarily focus on water and waste water construction projects.

• Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.

• Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.

• Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.

• Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.

• Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.

• Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.

• Secure applicable project permits required for the project.

• Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.

• Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.

• Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.

• Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.

• Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.

• Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.

• Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.

• Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.

• Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.

• Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.

• Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.

• Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.

• Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.

• Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.

• Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.

• Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.

• Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.

• Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.

• Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.

• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.

• Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.

• Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.

• Assist with applicable craft training.

• Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. and 3 years relevant construction experience required. Or,

• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement required.

• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).

• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.

• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Field Construction Management

Primary Location US-VA-Norfolk

Other Locations US-VA-Richmond

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.