Construction Manager -- Transmission Line

Description

This position is expected to be a field assignment. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.

Position Overview:

The Construction Manager will work closely with all project team members and closely supervise all contractor and sub-contractor trade employees. Our Construction Managers must be highly organized, communicate effectively, work well with a team, and help ensure timely completion of projects in fast-paced environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop project-specific construction management and/or commissioning management work plans;
• Perform Home office or remote pre-construction planning work before field mobilization;
• Lead and manage the site construction management and commissioning staff;
• Monitor overall construction and commissioning progress, cost, quality, scope, and safety;
• Manage and mitigate construction and commissioning work risk;
• Report construction progress and cost to the Project Manager or Owner;
• Lead and attend construction project performance review meetings;
• Plan construction process by developing schedules, phasing, and lookaheads;
• Keep track of project progress and maintain schedules;
• Ensure the job site remains safe, clean, and orderly;
• Communicate any field conflicts and notify the internal project team;
• Keep all documentation up to date for internal and external project members;
• Collaborate with the internal construction team, engineers, subcontractors, etc. to determine project needs;
• Monitor and report on project progress;
• Adhere to estimated costs and ensure the project is on budget (and is profitable)
•  Supervise field staff and provide constructive feedback;
• Coordinate requests for appropriate staffing;
• Resolve on-site issues and emergencies;
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and quality standards.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Twenty or more years of experience involving industrial construction management
• Determination of staff positions and size; interviewing and selection of personnel experience
• Construction labor knowledge and labor planning experience
• Experience in establishing and effectively using project controls tools to manage a large construction project
• Understanding of a process approach to accomplishing construction management and start-up testing work
• Demonstrated client relationship-building experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others in potentially adversarial situations
• Successful and proven experience as an Industrial Construction Site Manager
• Industrial Field Experience, Trade School Graduate, or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management/Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of quality, safety, and health guidelines for sizeable industrial construction job sites
• In-depth understanding of construction operations and processes
• Understanding the importance of proper phase codes and assigning time
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to lead and inspire
• OSHA 10 or 30.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

Awards & Recognition

Salary : $162,000 - $193,000