Construction Manager Lead

LJB, Inc. • $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Frederick, MD
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in tunnel construction management
  • Proven work history as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Effective communication with colleagues, contractors, and clients
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
  • Project management expertise in planning and organizing complex tasks
  • Preferred certifications: PE, CCM, NTIS

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multiple construction projects and teams
  • Oversee project phases from start to completion
  • Conduct site visits and inspections during construction
  • Prepare and edit meeting minutes, reports, and correspondence
  • Manage tracking logs for construction-related issues and ensure timely resolution
  • Enforce adherence to contract requirements and safety protocols
  • Actively participate in business development and client relationship building

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Participation in industry conferences and initiatives
  • Flexible work schedule with field and office opportunities
  • Engagement in community associations relevant to the industry
Full Job Description
Description

We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time LeadConstruction Manager role in various locations throughout the United StatesThe ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience working on major tunnel construction projects and possess the professional and interpersonal skills to make a positive impact on our firm and the clients we serve. We are looking for a motivated professional with a forward-thinking mindset, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas, a professional attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Compensation: $200,000+ based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefit Information: Here

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER LEAD ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Team Leader: Experience successfully managing multiple tasks, projects, and technical staff. Managing the work and the reporting output of teams of construction administrators and inspectors for major tunnel infrastructure projects (transit, water, wastewater, stormwater etc.), to include ground condition/behavior and condition inspections.
  • Construction Administration: Including leading/ attending progress meetings, DRB Meetings, editing meeting minutes and submittal reviews, and preparing daily and weekly progress reports.
  • Specifically, the following tasks:
    • Oversee construction projects from construction start through construction completion.
    • Oversee construction inspection assignments or site visits of ongoing construction/rehabilitation work.
    • Write letters and other correspondence to Contractor, owner and third parties representing the site operations.
    • Manage and assist with maintaining, updating, and reviewing tracking sheets/logs for risk registry, RFIs, RFQs, CCOs, submittals, working days, other issues, etc., and ensure that relevant documents are provided and dealt with in a timely manner.
    • Manage and assist with maintaining an up-to-date deficiency log and ensure all deficiencies are dealt with in a timely manner.
    • Review contractor correspondence and submittals, including progress and look-ahead schedules provided by the contractor.
    • Ensure that the contractor is adhering to all contract requirements and enforce such requirements should they not be adhered to.
    • Track red-line drawings with contractor and ensure adequacy of information being captured.
    • Attend meetings with third parties and other public venues to represent project.
    • Coordinate and follow-up with all engineering disciplines to review shop drawings, RFIs, and other relevant construction documentation as required.
    • Ensure proper health and safety protocols are being adhered to on site in accordance with OSHA, and raise concerns of health and safety protocols not being adhered to including unsafe work practices, and ensure that the contractor is rectifying such issues, including submission of incident reports etc.
    • Ensure quality and compliance with regulatory bodies.
    • Report on and track status reports with owner.
    • Review pay applications and lead meetings and discussion/ correspondence on all commercial items for the project.
  • Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills. Communicate technical and non-technical information in a concise, timely, and professional manner, including participation in technical meetings and workshops with owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
  • Business Development: Demonstrated success developing relationships with clients and contributing to business growth
  • Technical Writing: Proficiency in technical writing including letters and daily reports.
  • Company Representation: Increase the company's visibility with internal and external professionals by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, and community associations, including any identified industry activities.
  • Field based assignments will include weekdays, night, and weekend work. Office based assignments will require a standard weekday business hours work schedule.
  • Other duties as assigned.


CONSTRUCTION MANAGER LEAD ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant area of study required; master's degree a plus.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred but not required.
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification and/or Nationally Certified Tunnel Inspector (NTIS) Certification is preferred


Qualifications:
  • 15+ years of experience of Tunnel Construction Management work, required.
  • Must have proven work history as a Resident Engineer and/or as a Construction Manager with tunneling experience.
  • Excellent problem solving, decision making and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, interact with other staff, collaborate with other disciplines.
  • Ideal candidate for this position will provide project management for planning, and organizing all aspects of the task related to the relevant projects. As part of this role, the manager will oversee the work of peers/subordinates acting as the point of contact to handle any issues regarding the project.


Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of LJB, and no fees will be paid. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

Key Words: Construction Manager, Lead, Senior Construction Manager, Tunneling, Construction Management

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