Construction Manager

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Onsite Construction Manager to oversee a variety of Agency CM projects with an emphasis in K-12 school, higher education, aviation and municipal projects. The onsite Construction Manager is responsible for the day to day coordination and oversight of a single project or may be part of larger project team on large scale projects. Opportunities exist throughout New York State, with emphasis in Utica and the Mohawk Valley.

Position Responsibilities:

• Must have a working knowledge of Construction, as well as company guidelines, procedures, and goals.
• Strong communication and client services skills are required for this position.
• The ability to generate reports regarding the status of the project, contract documents and construction services is also preferred.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day operations of site activities for projects up to $10 million or assist on projects that are more complex.
• Plan, organize and direct activities of the project to minimize the impact on the owner's operations and staff
• Coordinate activities between contractors onsite, resolve contractor coordination disputes
• Review installation of contractors work for conformance with drawings and specifications
• Maintain an accurate project record, including a daily log of all project related activities and communications.
• Review payment applications for acceptance of completed work
• Review change orders for validation of additional scope
• Work collaboratively with the design team, contractor and owner to resolve contractor's questions or field conditions
• Maintain an updated set of drawings and specifications
• Assist in the preparation of project status reports.
• Develop, monitor and track project deficiencies, including punch lists
• Develop project schedules and short interval schedules
• Assist in the management of the project budget
• Assist in the completion of pre-construction activities such as project phasing, scheduling, cost estimating, etc.
• Develops and maintains relationships with clients, potential clients, subcontractors and vendors to help develop new opportunities.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering Discipline preferred
• Associates degree with 3+ years of trade level experience in a Supervisory or Project Engineer Role as an alternative to a Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years of trade level experience in lieu of Degree
• Understanding of construction / engineering practices
• Use of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel and Word
• Use of Project Management and Scheduling Software
• Familiarization with PROCORE is a preferred.

Estimated Compensation Range and Benefits

$70,000 - $90,000/year
* * Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

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WHO WE ARE: C&S Companies is a national planning, design, and construction firm with more than 600 employees and growing. For more than 50 years we have been delivering critical infrastructure design, planning and construction services in aviation, civil/site infrastructure, construction and program management, construction/design-build, energy, environmental, facilities, architecture, planning, sustainability, and transportation. We have offices throughout New York State, California, Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Kentucky.