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Assistant Construction Manager - Power (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell · Kansas City, MO · 4 wk ago
Management$110k–$170k/yrFull-time

This position supports the Construction Project Manager, Site Manager, EPC Project Manager, or Program Manager with daily management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, and field-based activities across aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water projects.

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to company safety programs, training, and policies; manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others.
  • Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships and interface with clients for proposal and project-related items.
  • Assist in developing internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
  • Coordinate and assist in developing and implementing the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
  • Contribute to the negotiation, approval, and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
  • Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization; support implementation with the Construction Manager or Site Manager.
  • Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
  • Support development of and coordinate potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts.
  • Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, and creation of contract documents for subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
  • Support the implementation of project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
  • Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFIs), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
  • Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
  • Prepare and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings; develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
  • Support the prime contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
  • Establish, review, and implement project documentation and filing systems and processes.
  • Verify project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to project requirements.
  • Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments as required.
  • Facilitate the materials receiving and management process, including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
  • Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
  • Facilitate project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty, and project closeout processes.
  • Assist with maintaining compliance on all project-related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
  • Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
  • Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
  • Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
  • Work with field operations/craft HR team to appropriately staff projects.
  • Analyze and monitor labor burdens, including craft classifications, benefits, and labor laws.
  • Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
  • Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
  • Estimate, forecast, and manage craft install unit rates and production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics are met.
  • Assist with applicable craft training.
  • Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of relevant construction experience required. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access).
  • Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience on construction project sites or executing program management in industries such as aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
  • Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

Pay

$110,000.00–170,000.00 yearly. The expected compensation range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility to participate in a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
  • Time off and wellness programs.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) retirement program.

Schedule

Full-time, with up to 100% travel required.

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