Construction Manager

Position : Construction Coordinator

Location : Ludlow, MA

Duration : 24 months

Job Description :

This position provides observation of construction activities taking place at the client facilities.

The position will observe both internal / external resources, providing company representation and direct feedback to the client management group.

This position is multi-faceted with responsibilities that include the coordination of activities, review of technical documents, input into development and monitoring of budget and schedules, reconciliation of time and material invoices, various administrative duties, monitoring of contractor performance for safe, efficient and quality work practices.

Responsibilities :

Ensures the safety of personnel by taking direct preventive measures, participating effectively in weekly safety meetings and ensuring all related standards, rules and laws are followed.

Must be able to communicate safety deficiencies directly to contractor.

Candidates must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and be able to identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents as well as in the field.

They will also be expected to conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses.

Communicates with project group concerning all aspects of construction.

Coordinates work activities between the plant operator and contractor.

Ensures that work is performed in accordance with appropriate Company standards and work methods including monitoring for adherence to design and ensuring productivity.

Monitors current and future activities to ensure plans and schedules maximize productivity, control costs and meet or exceed quality requirements.

Conducts field measurements to confirm material quantities and drawing dimensions.

Monitors the execution of contractor project activities to evaluate construction techniques in terms of quality, safety, timeline schedule and cost efficiencies.

Performs reporting activities that monitor, track and detail site activities in areas of importance such as cost overruns, deviations in design, change order request, schedule and stakeholder issues.

Monitors progress of site activities, evaluating tasks to eliminate waste, and recommends corrective actions to ensure the project remains within schedule and budget.

Monitors construction and assembly activities ensuring they meet contract requirements.

Records expended quantities of materials and services used on site; and forecasts need to completion.

Identifies non-conforming work during construction activities and works with the contractor to address.

Supports management in punch-list definition, identifying remaining activities to be completed.

Provides input based on lessons learned to the management team for the use in future project.

Participates in meetings as requested by the management team.

Qualifications :

Knowledge of Client, gas, power or other plant construction, operations and maintenance principles, practices, safety standards and business processes.

Familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes.

Experience with electrical, instrumentation, controls, piping and mechanical systems is desired.

Proficient with MS Office (Word / Excel / Outlook).

Strong written and communication skills

Proven problem solving, schedule management, project administration and documentation abilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Local candidates are preferred, travel to local offices and facilities required.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline plus five (5) years supervising construction; OR

Associate's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline plus seven (7) years supervising construction; OR

Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience in a supervisory position on a multidisciplinary, technical project within the industrial, power, utility, gas or oil industries.

Licenses & Certifications :

Massachusetts Driver's License (Required)

Construction Supervisor's License

Journeyman's Pipefitters License

Journeyman's Electrical License