Construction Manager

Freese-and-Nichol; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid

Annual bonus

Hybrid schedule (up to 40% remote)

Company cabins

Job summary

Freese and Nichols in Houston, TX is seeking a Construction Manager to lead multiple water and wastewater treatment construction projects. You will provide technical direction, oversee field operations, coordinate with owners, contractors and design teams, and manage risk, quality and schedules from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a related field and 10+ years in construction management, with staff supervision and PMIS proficiency. A PE/CCM/CCCA is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of construction experience as a construction manager or superintendent.
• Experience supervising staff and leading teams on multiple projects.
• Advanced proficiency with PMIS and MS Word/Excel; able to coordinate scheduling and documentation.
• Understanding of alternate project delivery methods and complex project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction management for multiple complex water and wastewater projects, coordinating teams, contractors and owners.
• Oversee construction administration: changes, field orders, schedules, submittals, RFIs, claims and closeout.
• Direct construction activities including process systems, piping, structures, equipment, electrical and instrumentation.
• Manage risks, issues, schedules, and ensure conformance to plans and contract requirements.
• Develop staff through coaching and performance feedback; coordinate staffing across projects.
• Partner with owners and design teams to manage sequencing, shutdowns and interfaces with active operations.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Staff supervision

Client relations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PMIS

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Construction Manager to join our team in Houston, Texas . As Construction Manager, you will lead multiple complex water and wastewater treatment construction projects while providing technical direction and people leadership to construction teams. You will work closely with owners, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams to manage construction risk, maintain quality and help deliver projects that support clients’ long-term operational needs.What You’ll DoLead construction management for multiple complex water and wastewater treatment projects, coordinating project teams, contractors and owner stakeholders from preconstruction through closeoutOversee construction administration activities including change and field orders, schedules, submittals, RFIs, claims, pay requests, construction meetings and project closeoutDirect construction activities involving treatment process systems, site and yard piping, structures, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation and related facility improvementsManage construction risks, issues, dependencies and constraints, developing and implementing solutions while keeping clients and project teams informedOversee construction quality by reviewing contractor work for conformance with plans, specifications and contract requirements and directing resolution of non-conforming workLead and develop construction staff through work assignments, coaching, performance feedback and career development while coordinating staffing needs across projectsPartner with owners and design teams to manage construction sequencing, facility interfaces, planned shutdowns and other work affecting active water and wastewater treatment operationsBuild long-term client relationships and support business development, pursuit and client engagement efforts for construction management and water and wastewater treatment servicesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience10+ years of relevant construction experience serving as a construction manager or superintendentExperience directly supervising staff and leading construction teams across multiple projectsAdvanced proficiency with project management information systems and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ExcelUnderstanding of alternate project delivery methods, construction contract administration and complex project coordinationPreferredProfessional Engineer (P.E.), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) credentialWater or wastewater treatment facility construction experienceExperience managing construction in active treatment facilities, including sequencing, shutdowns and coordination with owner operationsExperience with treatment process equipment, process piping, mechanical systems, electrical systems and instrumentationExperience leading business development, client relationship management or construction management pursuitsAbout Freese and NicholsAt the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.#LI-Hybrid