JOB TITLE : Senior Construction Manager
DEPARTMENT : Platform
REPORTS TO : Director Construction Management
SUMMARY :
Provide leadership and direction in construction policies, vendor relationships, accountability, training and employee development, subcontractor, and supplier relationships. Manage project and group predictability and profitability. Will work closely with Director Construction Management in adopting best construction management best practices, policies, and tools.
- Travel is expected to support projects and pursuits. Projects are expected to be throughout North America and could extend into LATAM, South America, and EMEA.
- Responsible for directing day-to-day operations of construction projects.
- Projects will be large, fast moving, complex, and require a high degree of coordination and proactive leadership.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Provide guidance and project leadership including ground up construction, remodels, renovations, etc. ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectationsOrganize and lead cross function work groups, including design, procurement, operations, IT / Network, and finance as needed to achieve construction management best practices.Direct as many as 25 external vendors per project comprising General Contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.Implement company and departmental processes and best management practices within areas of responsibility.Ensure effective contract administration including generation, review, management, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation. Assure that internal controls are in place at each step of the process.Inspect work in place and work in progress to ensure same meets or exceeds quality, specification, and schedule requirementsMaintain strong working relationships with internal and external team members including staff, subcontractors, vendors, architects, and other industry professionalsSelf-growth by seeking out training, professional development, and career advancement opportunitiesProvide subject-matter expertise in areas of responsibilityReports status, successes, challenges, and plans of action to management team and company on a timely basisQUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management or a related field.7 years progressive experience in successfully managing commercial construction projects or programsStrong working knowledge of building construction and project management processes and procedures at a national scale.Strong working knowledge and experience of the design of data centers in various geographies in North America.Ability to analyze and evaluate construction documents including drawings, specifications and contractsCompetency in CPM scheduling methods, construction cost estimating, proposal generation and development, document management and contract administrationProficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and other industry computer applications.Exceptional leadership, communication, written and verbal presentation, and team-building skills proven in multiple international regions.Demonstrated success building and leading teams of construction professionals at varying levels of professional development proven in multiple international regions.Excellent leadership and management skills, exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills required proven in multiple international regions.Ability to multi-task and work with team on projects in an extremely fast paced and demanding environment.Highly organized and detail oriented.Performs other related duties as assigned by management.The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Aligned Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
