Job Title: Construction Manager
Job Description

A national engineering firm is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee and manage major water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Construction Manager will ensure compliance with plans and specifications, manage changes including schedules, cost estimates, and budgets, ensure safety, and supervise project staff.

ResponsibilitiesAct as the day-to-day team leader for the project.Foster daily interactions with clients, designers, owners, contractors, inspectors, and relevant authorities.Conduct regular meetings with field office staff to address and resolve project-related matters.Facilitate the fair yet firm resolution of all project issues.Ensure the project aligns with approved plans, specifications, budget, and schedule.Coordinate and oversee sub-consultants.Observe, monitor, and meticulously document contractor work, including managing project correspondence, RFIs, Memos to Designer, Field Directives, Clarification Letters, submittals, change orders, schedule of values, and progress payments.Develop and distribute timely meeting agendas and minutes.Generate comprehensive project reports.Take responsibility for safety monitoring and mentoring of team members.Maintain a current copy of the agreement with the client and all change orders.Oversee accounting project management tasks, including the review and approval of employee timesheets, project status reports, monthly billing draft statements, aging reports, and more.Cultivate a strong relationship with the client, including regular communication regarding construction and contract-related matters.Prepare and distribute owner-required project reports.Attend and, when necessary, represent the owner at public meetings.Actively engage in mentoring and facilitating the growth of employees by reviewing their work-product for quality assurance.Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written documentation, to ensure accuracy, relevance, and attention to detail.Manage all on-site staff, including field inspection staff and field office staff assigned to the project.Coordinate staffing needs and staff availability with the CM group.Encourage staff growth and training through participation in training opportunities and external training resources such as seminars and online coursework.Essential Skills5+ years of relevant experience managing all aspects of construction projects, from concept to close out, in the water, wastewater, and stormwater industry.Degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field. Experience may be substituted.Professional engineering (PE) or architectural license is desirable.Certifications such as CCM or PMP is desirable.Proficiency with project management software.Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.Familiarity with materials, means, methods, tools, and contractual obligations involved in the construction or repair of various physical assets including water and wastewater and process equipment installations.Knowledge of building codes, technical requirements of construction, and current project delivery methodologies.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to timely communicate to various project parties including designer, owner, contractor, and authorities having jurisdiction.Additional Skills & QualificationsProfessional engineering (PE) or architectural license.Certifications such as CCM or PMP.Work Environment

The Construction Manager is expected to be in the office once a week to collaborate but must be able to travel to sites frequently. Projects are located in the greater Seattle area. The company is 100% employee-owned and offers career development programs such as industry conferences and mentor programs. Benefits include a performance-based bonus program, 8 paid holidays, and employee resource groups such as Women @ KJ, D&I Council, and New Professionals Initiative.

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