Construction Manager

Freese and Nichols, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Freese and Nichols, Inc. in Houston, TX, is seeking a Construction Manager to lead projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will coordinate with clients, contractors and design teams to ensure alignment with contract requirements, schedules and client objectives, while guiding team members and pursuing business development opportunities. The ideal candidate brings a CCM certification, PE license, 10+ years as CM or superintendent, strong PMIS skills, and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• CCM certification is required.
• 10+ years as construction manager or superintendent.
• Proficiency with project management information systems (PMIS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of alternative project delivery methods.
• Preferred CCCA certification.
• PE license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple construction projects, coordinating scope, schedule, budget, risks and requirements.
• Oversee construction observation, inspections, material sampling, testing and quantity measurement.
• Review contractor work for conformance and manage RFIs, submittals, pay apps, change orders and claims.
• Prepare and lead pre-bid, preconstruction and construction meetings, with documentation and follow-up.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors and design teams to clarify objectives and support timely decisions.
• Lead closeout activities and capture lessons learned for future projects.
• Develop project staff through planning, feedback, coaching and daily direction.
• Travel to active project sites as needed.

Skills

PMIS proficiency

Mentoring others

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

CCCA certification (preferred)

Job description

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Construction Manager in Houston, Texas. As Construction Manager, you will lead construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, working closely with clients, contractors, design teams and project staff to keep work aligned with contract requirements, schedules and client objectives. You will also have opportunities to guide team members, strengthen client relationships and contribute to business development while supporting projects that require regular travel to active job sites.

What You’ll Do

• Lead multiple construction projects while coordinating scope, schedule, budget, risks and project requirements
• Supervise construction observation and inspection activities, including material sampling, testing and quantity measurement
• Review contractor work for conformance with contract documents and manage requests for information, submittals, pay requests, change orders and claims
• Prepare for and lead pre-bid, preconstruction and construction meetings, including meeting documentation and follow-up
• Coordinate with clients, contractors and design teams to clarify objectives, address construction issues and support timely project decisions
• Lead construction closeout activities and capture lessons learned for future projects
• Manage and develop project staff through work planning, performance feedback, coaching and day-to-day direction
• Travel by vehicle to active project sites as needed to support project execution and client needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• 10+ years of relevant construction experience serving as a construction manager or superintendent
• Proficiency with project management information systems and ability to mentor others in their use
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Office and understanding of alternative project delivery methods
• Preferred Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience supporting water resource, treatment or similar infrastructure construction projects

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve 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, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

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.

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Freese and Nichols is a professional planning, consulting and engineering firm serving clients across the United States. With client service and continuous improvement in mind, we plan, design and manage sustainable water and infrastructure projects.