Construction Manager

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Fuel card

Per diem

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting is seeking a Construction Manager for on-site leadership on industrial projects in Southeast Houston. The role requires directing all on-site construction operations, coordinating with HSE, Quality, and Procurement, and ensuring schedule adherence and cost control.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial construction, EPC experience preferred, and excellent communication and leadership skills. Travel and time away from home may be required for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of industrial construction experience with 3 years of direct supervision.
• EPC experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction operations, ensuring safety and quality.
• Develop Construction Execution Plan and schedule.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and productivity; address deviations.
• Coordinate with HSE, Quality, Procurement, and Construction Engineering.
• Manage subcontract scopes and bid evaluations.
• Foster client relations and conduct constructability reviews.

Skills

On-site construction management

HSE coordination

Project controls

Contract management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Cost reporting software

Job description

Our client is an EPC company working on projects in the Oil and Gas, Chemicals and other industrial sectors. Fantastic opportunities exist for Construction Managers to join the team. Positions based in Southeast Houston and one of the positions will require travel and time spent working away from home.

Key responsibilities include: -

Accountable for the functional direction, coordination, and performance of all on-site construction operations and support departments including HSE, Quality, Material Management, Procurement, Construction Engineering, Project Controls.

• Actively participate in development of a construction HSE culture that makes safety and environmental awareness a natural part of the job.
• Lead the Project Team in the development of the Construction Execution Plan, work breakdown structure, construction schedule, resource requirements, equipment rental schedules, and construction progress/forecasts.
• Maintain ownership of the Construction Execution Plan by continuously assessing the evolving project and updating the plan while communicating construction requirements within the Project Team.
• Ensure each direct report has a full understanding of the Construction Execution Plan and other information pertinent to construction execution, and lead site team to deliver a successful project.
• Identify key project stakeholders early in the project and build strong relationships using effective communication methods.
• Monitor and control cost, schedule, progress, and productivity including analyzing deviations and taking action to correct negative trends.
• Advise management of developments that could affect project schedule, costs, client relations, and interdepartmental relations.
• Assist with change order preparation and processing, project cost analysis and reporting.
• Delegate responsibilities and authority to subordinates on the Project Team for the planning and execution of the work.
• Thoroughly review contract and all available scope documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Assure that all major and minor equipment and bulk materials have been identified, purchased, delivered, and issued in accordance with the project schedule.
• Prepare subcontract scopes of work, evaluate bids and recommend award.
• Develop an atmosphere of open and honest communication between company and Owner, with the goal of excellence in client relationships.
• Participate in constructability reviews with the goal of meeting safety, quality, cost, and schedule commitments.
• Represent company and project team during bid process, project scope development, client meetings and project management meetings.
• Work within company policy as outlined in the company Employee Handbook and Work Processes, as well as industry standards and regulations.
• Follow written or oral instructions. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of industrial construction experience with 3 years of direct construction supervision, EPC experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and capable of establishing respect and credibility through actions, communications, understanding and personal presence.
• Ability to work with others to achieve project and company goals.

On offer is a competitive base salary, benefits, discretionary bonus scheme, vehicle allowance, fuel card and per diem when applicable.