Construction Manager

SUMMARY:

Supports all Senior Program Manager functions with focus on Construction performance of assigned projects, including schedule compliance, financial performance, scope adherence, site visits, progress monitoring/reporting, stakeholder coordination, process and operations impact analysis, and managing consultants. Provides coordination with all integral departments such as Operations, Maintenance and Senior Management.

Include the following and others as assigned:
Responsible for the on-time performance, scope adherence, and budget of assigned projects. Support the Capital Project development and authorization process, including monthly Capital reporting. Act as liaison between the Authority contracted engineering professionals, in house engineers, Operations, Maintenance, and Senior Management during Design, Bidding and Construction phases of the project. Assist in providing monthly updates to executive staff on project performance, including Capital Project Snapshot reports.

Serve as designated MCUA Construction Coordinator. Attend progress and schedule meetings. Coordinate with third parties such as Utility Companies, agencies, and residents. Review Request for Information (RFI). Coordinate Maintenance of Operations during construction activities. Recommend operations personnel needed for various project meetings. Monitor status of all MCUA construction activities. Attend Progress Meetings. Review Contractor progress payments and Engineering recommendations on behalf of the Chief Engineer, and Director of Special Projects.

Review PCO’s and change orders with Chief Engineer for consistency with contract. Be the MCUA’s point person to coordinate Owner requested changes with MCUA Staff and Engineer of Record. Review Engineer’s monthly invoices for construction activities. Provide Owner review of 90% design documents for constructability and interference with Owner’s operations. Coordinate authorized shutdowns during construction with MCUA staff. Coordinate training sessions for MCUA personnel on construction projects.

Direct other MCUA staff to assist on operations coordination during construction. Maintain construction files and coordinate filing with other MCUA personnel for consistency. Manage Owner’s closeout responsibilities within MCUA. Review record drawings for filing within MCUA. Supports the coordination of contractors’ work, consultants, vendors and/or organizational units assigned to the project. Supports the Board process relative to required documentation. Reviews contractor payment requisitions and consultant invoices to ensure expenditures are reasonable, in accordance with the agreement terms and conditions, and with the work-in-place.

Evaluates design changes, specifications, change orders and drawing releases and recommends approval/processing to Senior Program Manager. Develops project reports, inclusive of variances and cost performance metrics as required. When necessary, interface with consultants, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders impacting assigned projects. When necessary, directly interfaces and engages with State and Federal regulatory agencies with respect to compliance and/or other requirements.

Complies with applicable safety and health policies and procedures and performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Associate of Science Degree with major coursework in construction or related discipline;
Five (5) years of experience in construction management or project management. Relative experience acceptable in lieu of education

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Contract Documents consisting of Plans and Specifications, Scheduling Software such as Project or Primavera, scientific and technical journals, legal documents, and governmental regulations. Ability to communicate effectively and quickly with all team members, write reports, business…