Compensation Range: $125,000 - $196,350. Based on Medford / Turlock, CA region. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).
Status: Full-time, ExemptLocation: Can sit anywhere in the Northern and Central Valley California regions (commute will be to client project sites in Modesto or Turlock). This role will require a physical presence at the client project site 4 - 5 days a week.Construction Manager III - IV (Municipal Water Infrastructure)Construction Manager with public agency CM experience in water, wastewater or public infrastructure-related projects is needed to assist with project responsibilities in our firm's growing construction management practice.
Experience and qualification requirements include:- 8 - 10+ years in civil construction project oversight as part of a civil engineering or construction firm with a focus on water or wastewater.
- Required experience includes treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and/or concrete or steel water storage tanks. This position requires excellent attendance and an ability to be fully mobile on the job site.
- Developing and maintaining client contact before, during, and after project completion.
- Cultivating client relationships through organizational involvement and by direct contract.
- Conducting business development and client engagement in pursuit of identifying and winning work.
- Identifying key pursuits and developing proposals and budgets for CM related projects.
- This position entails climbing ladders, reaching, stooping, and kneeling, among others.
- A valid CA Driver's License is required.
Skills include:- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
- Computer literate and ability to use MS Word, Excel, Project, Adobe, and construction documentation software such as Procore.
- Lead project meetings, prepare meeting agendas, and prepare meeting minutes.
- Ability to review contractor monthly pay requests and confirm quantity & pricing is correct.
- Experience with analyzing and negotiating potential change orders, dispute resolution, and claims mitigation.
- Communicate effectively with contractors, city and agency staff, engineers, and regulatory agencies.
- Ability to manage a project team including resident inspectors, CM administrative support, and subconsultants.
- Effective communicator who can assist with marketing or business development efforts.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical water-related civil engineering or construction management education and knowledge, proactive organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal/communication skills including the ability to quickly develop working relationships internally within the firm and externally with clients and teaming partners.
A college degree, and Professional Engineer (PE) certification in California is preferred, but not required.Please include a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how your experience fits the water infrastructure focus of West Yost projects.
Travel Requirements*This position will require travel to client offices and project sites.
