Associate Construction Manager

Ditesco, an ESP Associates company, is a Fort Collins based program management, project management, construction management and civil engineering firm that focuses on delivering high quality services tailored to our client’s needs. Our team is dedicated to continually improving and learning from our past work, and we firmly believe in a collaborative and inclusive work approach. Our work has spanned over 17 years of service to the northern Colorado community. We have been trusted with delivering projects ranging from water and wastewater treatment facilities, transportation, utilities, dams, public spaces, municipal broadband, and vertical buildings.

Ditesco possesses the ability to ensure a project is delivered wholly and successfully. We focus on providing value through trust, dedication, and hard work, utilizing a total project delivery philosophy that provides clients with a complete management effort from project conception through final close-out.

Ditesco has an immediate need for an Assistant Construction Manager to join our team in Fort Collins or Loveland, CO.  This is an excellent opportunity to bring your expertise to a well-known and trusted firm!

SUMMARY 

The Assistant Construction Manager is a mid-level construction manager within Ditesco. This position is responsible for the project and construction management of water, wastewater, utility, fiber broadband, telecommunications, heavy civil, transportation, and/or building projects. Work involves the management of multiple projects at one time. This position is responsible for assisting the Senior Construction Manager or Construction Manager in the planning, management, project execution, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned construction projects.

Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager or Senior Construction Manager

Supervision Exercised:   Does not directly supervise subordinates

Job Classification:   Full-time, exempt employee

COMPENSATION

Ditesco offers a comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary, health care; 401k, paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and performance-based bonuses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties may be assigned. Duties are varied in nature and include:

• Works at local and remote jobsites, as assigned.
• Implements, manages, and supervises project controls (cost, schedule, quality) on various projects sizes serving various clients.
• Manages client budgets for construction phases of work, consults regularly with supervisor on cost and budgetary issues on projects.
• Performs project schedule analysis using Microsoft Project or other project management scheduling software to track critical path, monitor float and project progress.
• Attends and assists in management of weekly project progress meetings.
• Manages the oversight of daily logs of construction and inspection activities and prepares and reviews progress reports.
• Creates, reviews, edits, and distributes meeting minutes and supporting project documentation.
• Assists in development and manages construction quality control and assurance programs.
• Performs regular construction inspection and observation work to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and codes.
• Writes, develops, and distributes monthly dashboard reports of project progress.
• Assists in management of contract administration of various project types (GMP, Unit Price, Cost Plus, etc.) including development, review, and approval of pay applications, change orders, field orders, and change directives.
• Coordinates work items, scheduling, and communication amongst contractors, utility companies, governmental agencies, citizens, and others as needed.
• Manages overall project closeout and commissioning activities including punch list, completion certificates, warranties, start-up and testing, early project operations and final payment procedures.
• Ensures accurate record drawings and as-built documentation is maintained throughout project delivery.
• Performs field layout verification, and construction-grade surveying and advises supervisor(s) on quality issues related to contractor’s work.
• Verifies material and equipment received is compliant with approved submittals and shop drawings prior to incorporation into the work.
• Schedules and reviews testing of materials such as concrete, soil, and asphalt to verify the physical properties and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Develops and prepares project invoicing, completing timely reviews, and accurate reporting of project costs.
• The successful candidate will work collaboratively with their coworkers and assigned supervisor to help achieve their respective project and construction management objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering
• Special Licensing or Certification: Certified Construction Manager or Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience:Minimum 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering and construction with an emphasis in the following areas:
  1. Construction and project management
  2. Contract administration
  3. Construction management experience related to private, municipal or federal agency projects

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Experience in engineering or construction with an emphasis in construction management, and/or project administration with appropriate educational background.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and construction practices related to heavy civil, commercial, and public buildings, water, wastewater, pipeline, telecommunications, and road/bridge construction.
• Ability to ensure compliance with, and follow, standard safety practices and procedures common to construction work.
• Understanding of construction phasing and practices and ability to implement this knowledge in accurate scheduling and project controls.
• Demonstrated ability to compile data and statistics and evaluate and write reports. Technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of the preparation of budgets, and proposals, and assist with job cost management.
• Ability to prepare construction cost estimates for design and construction projects to an AACE Class 3 level of accuracy.
• Ability to effectively communicate using both oral and written communication to internal, and external teams and clients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, clients, and the public.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations; ability to perform statistical analysis.
• Microsoft Project and scheduling software experience.

OUR BENEFITS

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Incentives to volunteer in your community
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) contributions
• Company-provided vehicle or paid mileage
• Professional development opportunities
• Bonus pay

WHY WORK FOR DITESCO?
 Ditesco’s mission is all about enriching our client’s project delivery experience by providing exceptional service and value. We do this by maximizing relationships to deliver successful projects that enhance communities. And the honor code we stand by is being dedicated, honest, collaborative, and trusted.

When you join Ditesco, you’ll:

• Join an award-winning program management, project management, construction management, and civil engineering firm.
• Work in a challenging work setting that encourages growth, career development, and stretch goals.
• Enjoy rewarding career opportunities within the community and the ability to make a positive impact where you live.
• Collaborate in an inclusive work environment enriched by a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Hone your archery skills or belly laugh at a comedy club with our Fun Committee events.
• Attend annual summer BBQs, holiday parties, and company retreats.
• Receive competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Language SKills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to communicate with clients and the public and respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively communicate with contractors and people in the construction trades to interpret plans, specifications, and contracts in resolving construction-related issues. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or clients. Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply mathematical concepts necessary to perform construction layout verification.   Calculations necessary to verify any and all construction materials, installations or drawing representations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; climb, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, uneven terrain, underground or confined space conditions, building heights, and elevated workspaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud requiring appropriate hearing protection. Routine lifting, carrying or maneuvering items in excess of 75 lbs. such as manhole covers or vault lids.

All employees are required to take OSHA confined space, fall protection, trench safety, CPR and other training classes as may be required by the company.

Travel Requirements

May be required to travel to projects greater than 50 miles from the main office location.  May be required to perform work at remote job sites for varying lengths of time.