Construction Manager

MWH; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MWH Constructors is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee the water treatment plant project in the Gresham, OR area. You will ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost control across installation subcontractors.

This role requires coordinating with engineering and project management, reviewing subcontractor plans, and guiding field crews through the full delivery life cycle from groundbreaking to closeout.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction industry & supervision experience.
• Familiarity with current standards for process mechanical in water infrastructure.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety, quality control and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of crews and subcontractors on site.
• Review and approve subcontractor construction schedule and work plans.
• Review shop drawings and ensure adherence to mechanical project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities with other disciplines and project management teams.
• Manage field inspections and ensure quality control and assurance per contract requirements.

Skills

Construction supervision

Safety compliance

Schedule management

Contract management

Tools

BIM

Scheduling software

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Construction Managerto support the construction of a Water Treatment Plant located in the Gresham, OR area. This project will be the first of its kind and ultimately supplying 135 million gallons of water a day to the Portland community. This position is a great opportunity to be a part of a historic infrastructure and filtration project and see it through the entire project delivery life cycle, from groundbreaking to closeout.

As the Construction Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the building installation on the project and supervision of the installation subcontractor to ensure that the installed work aligns with the overall project implementation plan, focusing on safety, quality, project schedule and cost control. Ensure all work is completed per the engineering requirements detailed in the project documents. You will review and approve subcontractor construction plans, supervise activities, and coordinate work among different subcontractors while maintaining communication with engineering and project management teams.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the safety of your crews.
• Review and approve subcontractor construction schedule including overall and short interval schedules.
• Review and approve subcontractor work plans.
• Update project schedules in accordance with company procedures and industry best practices. Communicate results to project team and suggest action when necessary.
• Review project changes for impacts to the project schedule and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract.
• Review project schedules for compliance with company procedures, contract requirements and industry best practices. Recommend corrective action where necessary.
• Prepare monthly schedule reports for project and management use.
• Provide schedule guidance to schedule software users as needed.
• Ensure each subcontractors' long lead equipment will meet scheduled installation dates.
• Assist with reviewing Subcontractor BIM information developed for the project.
• Review and approve all mechanical construction activities, ensuring adherence to project technical requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities with other discipline subcontractors and liaise with engineering and project management teams.
• Assist in resolving construction problems and ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Review shop drawings and submittals related to mechanical work.
• Manage field inspections and ensure quality control and assurance standards for ongoing work phases.
• Plan and coordinate field testing and inspections with the QA/QC staff per contract requirements.
• Document compliance with quality control procedures and report non-compliance issues.
• Monitor safety compliance of site personnel and subcontractors, ensuring corrective measures are taken.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Attend progress meetings and provide updates on project status and quality control measures.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by project management.
• Manage subcontractor crane needs and their safety while using the crane.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction industry & supervision experience.
• Prior experience and familiarity with the current standards for process mechanical in the water infrastructure environment.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety, quality control and contract management is necessary.

Compensation

• Anticipated annual salary range is $150,000 - $180,000 based on experience

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.