Freese and Nichols is seeking a Senior Construction Manager – Professional Engineer in Houston or Pearland, Texas to lead construction management for large-diameter pipeline projects in the Houston area. As Senior Construction Manager, you will provide technical and project leadership from preconstruction through closeout, guide project teams and build strong relationships with owners,contractorsand design teams. You will also regularly drive to construction sites throughout the Houston area.

WhatYou’llDo

• Lead construction management for large, complex pipeline projects, serving as project manager or technical lead and coordinating internal teams,consultantsand contractors

• Oversee construction observation and inspection activities, including material sampling and testing, quantitymeasurementsand resolution of nonconforming work

• Review contractor work for compliance with contract documents and coordinate interpretations, requests for information,submittalsand construction issues with design teams

• Manage change and field orders, construction schedules, claims, pay requests, constructionmeetingsand project closeout activities

• Facilitate pre-bid, preconstruction and construction meetings andmaintainclear communication among owners,contractorsand project teams

• Advise clients on construction needs, project risks and delivery decisions whilemaintaininga long-term relationship focus

• Lead and develop staff through work planning, coaching, performancefeedbackand day-to-day direction

• Support business development, teamingrelationshipsand risk management efforts for construction projects

• Bachelor27s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• 15+ years of relevant construction experience serving as a construction manager or superintendent

• Proficiencywith project management information systems and the ability to mentor others in their use

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and working knowledge of alternative project delivery methods

Preferred

• Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) certification
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification

• Experience leading construction management for large-diameter pipeline projects

• Experience working with owners, contractors,subcontractorsand multidisciplinary design teams