Construction Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Construction Manager in Lander, WY to oversee the Goshen Tunnel Rehab Project. You will manage the renovation of historic irrigation tunnels, ensuring compliance and safety throughout the process. Strong skills in construction management, team leadership, and project documentation will be essential.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of construction management experience. Join HDR’s commitment to making a meaningful impact through effective water management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of construction planning and management experience.
• Experience with construction management software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Goshen Tunnel Rehab Project.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance.

Skills

Construction Management

Field Engineering

Estimating

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Timberline

Primavera P3

Prolog

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

We are currently looking for a Construction Manager to oversee the Goshen Tunnel Rehab Project. The project consists of rehabilitating and enlarging two nearly 100‑year‑old irrigation tunnels to an 18‑foot diameter, along with associated portal structures. Located near Torrington Wyoming, the tunnels provide irrigation water to Easter Wyoming and Western Nebraska. The work is split between two contractors, with portal construction delivered via Design‑Bid‑Build (DBB) and tunneling performed under a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contract. Tunneling will occur over two non‑irrigation seasons (September–May).

In the role of Construction Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor’s daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Review construction materials for contract compliance
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants
• This position is subject to a preemployment drug test
• This position is subject to a governmental background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction or design certifications
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline ), scheduling software (Primavera P3 or SureTrak ), and project management software (Prolog )
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Tunneling experience / geotechnical engineering
• Perform constructability reviews and value engineering, cost estimating, submittals, RFI's, FO, CPR's, CO, Pay Applications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Primary Location

United States-Wyoming-Lander

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass: Water Supply Management

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.