Construction Manager

CEI Services; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

ESPP

Job summary

Saiia Construction is seeking a Construction Manager for our Chester, VA project. You will direct, plan, and manage construction activities to meet schedule and budget while upholding Saiia’s safety and quality standards.

You will coordinate with the project team, oversee foremen and subcontractors, and maintain strong client relationships on a dynamic heavy civil project. The role requires field leadership, proven experience in construction management, and strong communication skills to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and technical documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to present to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction activities for assigned discipline on the project.
• Ensure project compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor progress, budget, and KPIs; report to Project Manager.
• Lead project teams including foremen and subcontractors.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure scope and expectations are met.

Skills

Safety awareness

MS Office

Blueprint reading

Technical writing

Communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Saiia Construction is now hiring a Construction Manager at our project in Chester, VA!

Responsible for directing, planning and managing construction activities to help ensure project completion within assigned schedule and budget and in compliance with Company safety and procedural policies. The duties of a Construction Manager will vary by client and project size with varying degrees of responsibility and authority.

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

Saiia Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Oversee all construction activities, specific to assigned discipline, on assigned project
• Construct the project and work with the management team to maximize the profit of the project
• Oversee construction activities and personnel within delivery timelines and training requirements
• Report to Project Manager on construction progress, performance, and key performance indicators
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices
• Act as a role model for Saiia’s vision and values, behaving in ways that are in alignment with Saiia’s ways of working while encouraging other to do so as well
• Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behavior when interacting with colleagues
• Protect corporate information confidentiality and security
• Lead and supervise project teams
• Communicate effectively with crew leads on goals and expectations
• Ensure the Foremen and Superintendent manage crews and subcontractors to provide a safe work environment
• Foster a respectful, constructive work environment with Foremen and Superintendents
• Manage the construction package elements of the procurement process
• Monitor contract performance against project milestones, budget and other established metrics
• Maintain strong client relationships
• Work with the Project Manager to ensure Client expectations are being met, along with the agreement and scope of work
• Build relationships with Client Site Representatives to ensure open communication
• Ensure all work in assigned discipline is done to Saiia Safety and Quality standards
• Be proactive in equipment management, preventing equipment damages and planning of equipment resources
• Complete personnel administrative tasks including documentation, performance management, and employee records
• Work closely with the Field Operations team on resource management to ensure we have the right people on the project at the right times to drive project profitability
• Support Business Development, Estimating and Preconstruction efforts as needed

Qualifications

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working towardMasTec’sZero Injury principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
• Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in an office environment at the corporate office or in the field.
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures in the field – hot and cold.
• May be exposed to chemicals, refuse and dirt from jobsites.
• Moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to other risks associated with working around heavy machines, tools and trucks.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.

TRAVEL:

• This position may be assigned to either a project site or the corporate office. Estimated travel requirement 25% of time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sits: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily
• Stands: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily
• Walks: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily
• Drive: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily
• Reach Above: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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