Site Manager

Black & Veatch Family of Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch seeks an experienced Site Manager for a large power construction project. The role leads the on-site team, directs planning, procurement, startup, and testing activities, and ensures safety, quality, and cost targets are met.

You will coordinate with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers to execute project strategies. Responsibilities include managing the Construction Execution Plan, approvals, and deviations, mentoring staff, and championing continuous improvement and LEAN

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field with at least 10+ years on large projects.
• Experience as Site Manager on power/construction projects is required or equivalent.
• Ability to manage budget, schedule, safety, and quality across multiple crews.

Responsibilities

• Direct on-site construction, start-up, and commissioning activities.
• Lead site management team and coordinate labor, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Implement CPPM and project controls, including cost and schedule reporting.
• Manage change orders, risk mitigation, and site safety compliance.
• Foster client relationships and ensure alignment with owner expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Team mentoring

Lean concepts

Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

15+ years construction experience

Tools

Package Manager software

Project controls software

Job description

Job Summary

This position is located at World Headquarters in Overland Park, KS and requires mobilizing to sites when needed.Union or Union management experience is strongly preferred.Site Manager experience on conventional power construction projects is strongly preferred.Responsible for successful execution of the construction and start-up of the project. Provides leadership to the project staff and all organizations on site. Directs staff in the daily/weekly planning process. Functions as a representative for Black & Veatch in all interactions involving the Owner and Contract. Implements Black & Veatch standards and procedures, develops project specific procedures and allocates resources, and makes decisions in support of project strategies. #LI-JH1

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for updating and completing the Construction Execution Plan.Reviews and refines the plan as the project progresses.Directs overall construction effort including coordination of erection activities, suppliers, direct hire craft labor, subcontractors, startup and testing activities, and the owner.Directs implementation of the Construction Processes and Procedures Manual (CPPM) and insures requests for deviations are submitted when necessary.Manages overall construction and startup cost to meet established budgets.Reviews, analyzes, and reports monthly on project construction budget, schedule, and quality performance and takes appropriate action to return the project to plan.Directs implementation of established project controls processes and procedures including Installation Work Packaging (IWP) through Package Manager software tool.Coordinates with leadership to negotiate and implement appropriate labor agreements.Establishes and maintains relationships and develops a high level of trust and credibility with clients, owners, alliance partners, craft labor, subcontractors, and suppliers.Leads the site management team.Directs implementation of project construction Safety & Health and Loss Control procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the project meets the agreed safety targets.Directs implementation of project quality assurance procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the established level of quality is achieved.Directs implementation of project commissioning and testing plan and is responsible for ensuring that the necessary resources are provided to commissioning.Directs implementation of site materials management procedures.Approves field purchases, equipment rentals, extra work authorizations, subcontractor progress and final payments, B&V professional time sheets, and B&V professional expense reimbursements.Directs change order management for subcontracts.Coordinates with project manager to identify and execute change orders to contract with owner.Directs the resolution of all back charges, collection of conformed to construction records, and other contract closeout activities.Establishes site staffing needs and coordinates with Project Manager and construction department to staff site office.Mentors site staff, promotes internal and external team building, and maintains morale.Adheres to Safety, Quality, Ethical Standards, Lessons Learned, and Performance Management programs in accordance with C&P Policies, Standards, Guides, and Contractual commitments.Is responsible for producing and implementing site specific procedures as required. Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities which will add value.Champions implementation of LEAN concepts and continuous improvement efforts.Assesses and supports the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.Proactively supports, encourages and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.Acts as project manager with responsibilities for the management of a multi discipline project team.

Management Responsibilities

Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required with 10+ years experienceon similar projects in construction management role with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Site Manager.No degree required with 15+ years experience with 5+ years in aconstruction management role on smaller projects or 3 years as a Site Manager.

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment

• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.