The construction manager will be for responsible administering the construction contract by managing, observing, and reporting on ongoing construction on a variety of transportation, water and/or facilities infrastructure projects to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications. Provide support, day to day guidance, and limited supervision of other team members.

Major Accountabilities:

Supervise the observation and inspection of ongoing construction work including material sampling and testing as well as measuring qualitiesReview contractor’s work for compliance with contract documents, clarify contract documents for the contractor, and manage contractor requests for paymentOversee the development and management of Change/Field orders, Updates to construction schedule, Submittals, Request for Information (RFI), Claims, Pay requests, Construction meetings, and construction closeout processCommunicate with contractor about non-conforming workPrepare for and facilitate construction meetings including minutesCorrespond with client, contractors, and other employeesRead plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specificationsCollaborate with design teams to facilitate responses to RFIs and submittals and/or construction issuesCommunicate with owner to understand owner’s needs and clarify owner’s objectives and relay information to Freese and Nichols and contractorSupport the design phase process as assignedDirectly manage staff and the execution of their daily work including hiring/firing, performance reviews, and developmentConduct pre-bid and pre-construction conferencesResponsible for tasks related to sales and marketing including leading business development effortsOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Education:

Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience
 

Experience:

10+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction manager or superintendentFully proficient and ability to mentor others using project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)Good written and verbal communication skillsUnderstanding of Alternate Project Delivery MethodsWorking knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
 

Preferred Certification/License:

P.E.CCMCCCA

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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