Overview
Construction Site Manager - Nuclear at Black & Veatch is a field leadership role responsible for planning, organizing and directing all project-site business functions. The Site Manager leads staff and craft, field engineering, contract administration, training, cost and schedule management, field procurement, and finance and accounting, and ensures the successful construction and start-up of the project. The role provides leadership to the project staff and all on-site organizations, directs daily / weekly planning, and acts as the representative for Black & Veatch in interactions with the Owner and Contract. The role implements BV standards and procedures, develops project-specific procedures, allocates resources, and makes decisions in support of project strategies. This is a field assignment and requires travel.
By joining BV Construction, you will develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and advancement. Our management supports the latest advances in technology and safety to deliver quality service. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start-up and decommissioning, and field engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for updating and completing the Construction Execution Plan.
- Reviews and refines the plan as the project progresses.
- Directs overall construction effort including coordination of erection activities, suppliers, direct hire craft labor, subcontractors, startup and testing activities, and the owner.
- Directs implementation of the Construction Processes and Procedures Manual (CPPM) and insures requests for deviations are submitted when necessary.
- Manages overall construction and startup cost to meet established budgets.
- Reviews, analyzes, and reports monthly on project construction budget, schedule, and quality performance and takes appropriate action to return the project to plan.
- Directs implementation of established project controls processes and procedures including Installation Work Packaging (IWP) through Package Manager software tool.
- Coordinates with leadership to negotiate and implement appropriate labor agreements.
- Establishes and maintains relationships and develops a high level of trust and credibility with clients, owners, alliance partners, craft labor, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Leads the site management team.
- Directs implementation of project construction Safety & Health and Loss Control procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the project meets the agreed safety targets.
- Directs implementation of project quality assurance procedures and is responsible for ensuring that the established level of quality is achieved.
- Directs implementation of project commissioning and testing plan and is responsible for ensuring that the necessary resources are provided to commissioning.
- Directs implementation of site materials management procedures.
- Approves field purchases, equipment rentals, extra work authorizations, subcontractor progress and final payments, B&V professional time sheets, and B&V professional expense reimbursements.
- Directs change order management for subcontracts.
- Coordinates with project manager to identify and execute change orders to contract with owner.
- Directs the resolution of all back charges, collection of conformed to construction records, and other contract closeout activities.
- Establishes site staffing needs and coordinates with Project Manager and construction department to staff site office.
- Mentors site staff, promotes internal and external team building, and maintains morale.
- Adheres to Safety, Quality, Ethical Standards, Lessons Learned, and Performance Management programs in accordance with C&P Policies, Standards, Guides, and Contractual commitments.
- Is responsible for producing and implementing site specific procedures as required. Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities which will add value.
- Champions implementation of LEAN concepts and continuous improvement efforts.
- Assesses and supports the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
- Proactively supports, encourages and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
- Acts as project manager with responsibilities for the management of a multi discipline project team.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years experience on similar nuclear projects in construction management role with a Bachelor's degree.8+ years experience with 3 years at superintendent level or above on large nuclear projects, or in construction management role on smaller nuclear projects without a Bachelor's degree.Self-Perform / Direct Hire Construction experience.Minimum Qualifications
5+ years experience on similar projects in construction management role with a Bachelor's degree.8+ years experience with 3 years at superintendent level or above on large projects, or in construction management role on smaller projects without a Bachelor's degree.All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any / all of the following : criminal / civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.Work Environment / Physical Demands
Physical Demands
Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.See and hear naturally or with correction.Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.Requires repetitive movement.May require work above 5 feet in height.Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.Work Environment
Typical construction site environment.Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions.Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.Work around hazardous equipment.Typical office environment.This position is considered a safety sensitive position.Competencies
CollaboratesCommunicates effectivelyCourageDirects workInstills trustInterpersonal savvyOrganizational savvySalary Plan
CNS : Construction Services
Job Grade
008
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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a wellness program. We offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holidays, sick time, and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company-matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employee referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-tax accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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