Traveling Construction Field Manager

Hunt Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid time off

medical

dental

life and disability insurance

HSA/FSA accounts

retirement

rewards programs

Job summary

Hunt Companies is seeking a Traveling Construction Field Manager to oversee and direct construction management for multiple large-scale projects. This role involves significant travel to coordinate bidding, inspections and construction while maintaining quality within schedule and budget.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years in construction or engineering, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong leadership, communication and budgeting skills. Travel required; benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or related discipline required.
• 5–7 years of professional experience in construction, development or engineering.
• Experience in planning and construction of large-scale buildings and major sitework.
• Experience in estimating and preparing change orders.
• 4–6 years of management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor and manage all aspects of multiple large-scale building projects, including scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead or manage progress reporting, contractor management and troubleshooting.
• Assist with project planning, resourcing and staffing.
• Monitor contractor performance and adjust resources or costs as needed.
• Oversee schedules and ensure timely delivery of materials and resources.
• Ensure quality, reliability, schedule and cost targets are met.
• Provide status updates to project teams and sponsors.
• Promote safety and implement safety programs and policies.
• Review contracts and determine timeframes and funding for project phases.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and sub-contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

MS Office

Analytical skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Client management

Construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A Brief Overview

The Traveling Construction Field Manager will work with various divisions to support the needs of Hunt Companies' construction department. The Traveling Construction Field Manager oversees and directs construction management for the Project and its team. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating all bidding, inspections, and construction with an eye toward quality construction within the schedule and budget. This role involves significant travel based on business needs.

What you will do

• Plans, monitors, and assists in managing all aspects of multiple large-scale building and site development projects, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, using internal process methodologies. Ensures completion in accordance with the project plan (i.e., scope, schedule, and budget).
• Leads or manages progress reporting, contractor management, and troubleshooting.
• Assists with project planning, resourcing, and staffing.
• Monitors performance of contractors and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments, or resource additions.
• Oversees schedules and directs team resources. Ensures that materials, equipment, or resources are delivered on time.
• Ensures project results meet requirements regarding quality, reliability, schedule, and cost.
• Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to project teams, business management, and project sponsors.
• Promotes safety - assists in implementing all applicable safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Reviews project proposal or plan to fully understand the scope of the work and contract to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing the project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various project phases.
• Proactively builds and sustains relationships with clients and general/sub-contractors, both on the job and through networking outside of work.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties and responsibilities.
• Assists with contract management: initial conversations through final project closeout. Additionally, once awarded/executed, serves as the point of contact for customers (internal and external) on contractual matters, ensuring timely review and reconciliation/approval of variations.
• Leads site leadership to ensure the activities of the project progress on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
• Prepares, presents, and/or reviews project reports for management, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Confers with project personnel to resolve problems, makes project recommendations and escalates as appropriate.
• Responsible for assisting with the RFP process, creating and developing the bid proposal.
• Responsible for the management of the RFI, ASI, and IDC processes; assessment, workflow, and execution.
• Assists with project status reports, budget reports, and other management information as requested.
• Reads, understands, and comments on construction documents and contract specifications.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either 1) a Company vehicle, at any frequency from Rarely to Constantly; or 2) a Personal or Rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time to perform work duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in engineering, construction or related discipline required
• Or, a demonstrated equivalent proficiency required
• Five to seven years of professional experience in construction, development, or engineering with a keen understanding of project management, development processes, and budgeting required
• Experience in planning and construction of large-scale buildings, residential development, and major sitework projects required
• Experience in estimating and preparing change orders required
• 4-6 years management experience required preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Must be able to present confidently to management and third parties.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships both internally and externally.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Requires a self-motivated, team player who pays close attention to detail and can prioritize in a fast-moving environment with excellent consulting, client management, and business literacy skills.
• Effectively envision, develop, and implement processes to advance and manage business goals.
• Takes initiative to identify and anticipate company needs and make recommendations for implementation.

Compensation

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. In addition to these factors - we believe in the importance of pay equity. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

Benefits

• paid time off
• medical
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• HSA/FSA accounts
• retirement
• rewards programs
• and so much more!

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EEO/ADA

The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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