Construction Manager

About the role

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a Construction Manager (CM) to support the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities and utilities located in the greater Charlotte, NC, area. The CM will manage the construction, coordination, documentation and inspection activities for various water and wastewater facilities and pipeline projects in the area. Some travel within western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and complete construction management tasks and assignments
• Serve as a construction/project manager
• Interface with clients as it relates to the delivery of water, sewer, and stormwater related projects
• Review and interpret Contract Documents including project specifications and drawings
• Aid in the review of RFIs and shop drawings prepared by the Contractor
• Prepare sketches and assemble data for the Design Engineer's use
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between the Contractor, the Design Engineer, the Facility Managers, and the Owner
• Manage the field inspection of Contractor's daily operations for compliance with contract documents
• Perform Quality Control (Q/C) on CM operations
• Review Contractor’s schedules, periodic pay estimates and manage the review of change orders
• Use of cloud-based software for project documentation such as PROCORE, e-Builder, ACC, etc.
• Other Construction and Project management activities as needed
• Interfacing with clients and performing client management activities

Required Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• 5+ years’ relevant experience as a Construction Manager in heavy civil or environmental trades
• Experience functioning as a CM representing an Owner or Engineer in the water/wastewater industry preferred
• Prior experience as a construction inspector/observer is considered a plus, but does not substitute the required experience as a Construction Manager
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) are required and the ability to learn construction specific software (i.e., PROCORE, E-Builder)
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE), OSHA 10 certification, and/or other industry certifications preferred