Construction Manager

About the role

Hargrove is seeking an enthusiastic Construction Manager to join our expanding team for a project with our client in Mojave, CA. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years of Construction Management experience with industrial clients, a degree in Construction Management or CM certification, and a commitment to safety and quality. This position is located in the Mojave Desert area and has limited per diem; local Southern California candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for total delivery of services safely, on time, within budget, and meeting quality expectations on moderately complex projects.
• Utilize project controls for cost, schedule, and quality with minimal supervision.
• Ensure contractor activities are planned and executed with safety first; responsible for the safe performance of all contractors on the assigned project.
• Consult with design leaders and follow up to ensure efficient progress and quality of technical contractual activities.
• Promote continued relationships with clients and participate in field construction efforts, design phase services, subcontracting, and major technical, cost, scheduling, and performance decisions.
• Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly; provide on-site assistance during startup.
• Coordinate work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead; ensure smooth flow of vital information for scheduled project completion.
• Advise senior engineers concerning design or scope changes; review vendor drawings, discipline drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate contractor activities to avoid lost time due to problem resolutions or lack of direction; monitor contractor resource assignments to ensure correct staffing levels.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science, or related field from an accredited university highly preferred.
• General Contractors License highly preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant industrial construction management or project-related experience.

Skills

• Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
• Knowledge of Hargrove project execution procedures and company business and engineering standards.
• Proficiency with company project controls tools and demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
• Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations and relate easily to customers, suppliers, contractors, government, and professional associations.
• Ability to handle stress with poise; understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately; clearly communicate expectations and requirements; structure accountability; set priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation; coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening, communication (verbal and written), presentation, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
• Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hat.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance benefits
• Matching retirement contributions
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and other benefits to eligible Teammates