Construction Manager

Fluor Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation is a global engineering and project management leader seeking a Senior Construction Planner to drive sourcing, scheduling, and cost control across high-value projects in the Boston area. You will collaborate with project teams, vendors, and clients to optimize design-to-build workflows and maximize value.

Ideal candidates possess a four-year degree in construction-related field and 8+ years of planning/coordination experience, with expertise in Lean Construction principles and

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year degree or global equivalent with 4+ years of related experience.
• Strong ability to communicate with management, coworkers, clients, vendors.
• Knowledge of Lean Construction and Last Planner System.
• Detail-oriented with time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall project sourcing and execution strategy with the project team.
• Create and execute sourcing plans and BV0As for projects.
• Support Front End Engineering scope development.
• Coordinate with construction vendors on base scope blocks.
• Lead forecasting and cost estimates ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Ensure constructability reviews and QA/QC processes across phases.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Lean Construction

Last Planner System

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Word processing

Email

Spreadsheets

Job description

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At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in,

Job Description

• Work with the project team to develop overall project sourcing and execution strategy.
• Work with Fluor Construction Manager to develop and execute sourcing plan & BVOA’s for project. Know and understand the sourcing plans for your projects.
• Ensure that the development of the conceptual scope of work during the FEE (Front End Engineering) stage is fully supported.
• Work with construction vendors to document all base scope blocks during FEE that will be used as a basis for each vendor’s Target Value Estimate.
• Support project teams in optimizing projects by identifying and removing waste and adding value to the projects through Lean Construction practices.
• Work with the project team to develop a master schedule using the Last Planner System.
• Work closely with our customers as well as our engineering and construction partners to drive out high-quality, cost-effective designs that enable high value, low-cost construction driving savings and shared profit for all.
• Review engineering documents, vendor information and final design EI packages as needed with the client, design engineers and others to provide constructability during all phases of the project.
• Coordinate with the appropriate trade partner supervisor to review, walk down, and communicate the scope of work.
• Ensure that you fully understand the scope of work from initial conception to construction completion.
• Work with Fluor Construction Manager and the Fluor Program Manager to determine the estimate structure requirements for your projects.
• Develop Cost Estimate: This may include working with trade partners to establish scope and associated costs. The cost of performing work item tasks should represent, as close as possible, the scope of work to be performed as identified in Engineering Information and other supporting documents.
• Execute Project Forecasting: This includes maintaining correct and accurate project forecasts. Ensure forecast data is communicated to project controls during the first week of every month. Accurately projecting future project costs and the anticipated dates of execution.
• Constructability/Procurement Savings: Ensure project savings is recognized and entered into OCS daily. Interface and ensure good communication with Program Manager or other CM’s to identify possible savings opportunities. Come prepared to discuss savings in each daily trigger meeting. Adhere to submission deadlines for monthly constructability and procurement savings.
• Planners will validate all cost estimates to ensure all scope is represented, cost accounted for and grouping is accurate prior to it being considered final.
• Technically evaluate quotes and bids from trade partners and suppliers with Procurement, Project Controls, P&G PM/Tech and P&G Auditing personnel.
• All quotes must be validated back to the original cost estimate that backs up the project budget.
• Lead and support project teams in the identification of changes in scope or unexpected field conditions and ensuring proper change management is supported and followed.
• Document all scope changes on a change order prior to the work being performed.
• Coordinate with procurement/project controls to generate & complete an accurate Request for Action (RFA). The information should be provided to procurement/project controls in a timely manner.

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of construction workflows, subcontractor coordination and field execution
• Minimum of 8 years experience in construction planning, coordination, or management
• Experience using Lean Construction principles and the Last Planner System for schedule management
• Solid understanding of QA/QC processes and ability to contribute to the development and execution of quality plans

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Basic or intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing and email as well as the basic or intermediate use of spreadsheets

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

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