Job Summary

Construction Managers are Dennis Group's project site supervisors that oversee the daily operations of the construction activities including coordination of sub-contractors, site safety programs, project schedule, and project budget. Our projects are designing and building food and beverage process facilities (industrial / MEP projects). This involves much coordination with multiple engineering groups and designers / architects. The construction manager is a skilled communicator, able to interact with all levels of personnel, coordinate and facilitate meetings with competence, and have strong technical skills in order to function proficiently with multiple types of software programs.

The Construction Manager ensures the progression of the project in providing attention and coordination in both field and office construction management tasks. The role functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, project reporting, and an advisory role to project management issues and activities.

Site Supervisory Responsibilities

Daily supervision of construction activities including coordination of subcontractors and site safety programs
When directed, oversite / supervision of any assigned field engineers or Jr Construction Managers

Responsibilities

Works autonomously on overseeing medium-sized projects
Working with project management on the developing and updating project scope, budget, and schedule
Project accounting, budgeting, and cost management
Establishing and maintaining site safety procedures with our safety team
Overseeing process, mechanical and utility equipment installations
Permitting, code and regulatory administration and approval
Change order and general construction administration
Coordination of field engineering
Inspection coordination
Managing third party testing, inspection, and relationships
Researching construction management best practices
This role is client facing and you will need to work collaboratively with owners, subs, building officials, and our A/E team.
Preparing and administering third-party agreements
Jobsite walk / audits to ensure project is progressing and sub-contractors are following plans per the schedule
Procuring project services and equipment (rentals, PPE, etc.)
Support and coordinate facility start up
Preparing and maintaining project reports and logs
Work with sub-contractors to ensure schedule compliance and determine alternatives resources or options
Review and maintain submittals, RFIs, Change orders
Work with Project Controllers and Project Manager in responsibilities involving supplier invoices and client billing
Perform engineering calculations
Preparing permit applications
Assist in preparing work plans and work packages
Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews
Managing project punch-list inspection
Promoting continuous and productive communication between project participants including internal and external clients and partners
Coordinating project close-out activities
Safety responsibilities in different varieties and capabilities
Supporting talent growth within our organization
Provide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.
Other tasks as assigned

Required Education Skills and Experience

A bachelors degree in construction science, building science, construction engineering or a related field is strongly preferred
4+ years of Design-build experience over industrial projects (strongly preferred)
4+ years of overseeing sub-contractors and driving the project schedule
4+ years of client interaction experience - strong technical, organizational, managerial, and communication skills
4+ years of progressively responsible job site experience working on industrial building projects.
You have a fundamental understanding of all phases of construction and an ability to read and interpret construction documents, schedules, and budgets
Proficiency with AutoCAD is a plus
Meet Travel requirement - Up to 100% travel to projects throughout the USA and possible Canada
Work Schedule requirement - Work 10 days onsite, 4 days off.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and prolonged periods of standing and walking around project site with uneven surfaces.
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
Must be able to lift-up to 50 pounds at times.

Travel Requirement:

Our projects are located throughout the United States and Canada, and this is a site-based position with a 10 days on / 4 days off work schedule. Projects typically last from 6 to 12+ months. Meal and lodging per diems are provided along with reasonable travel provisions. Up to 100% overnight travel is required based on project needs.

Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

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