Construction Manager - Dashiell Corporation

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.

Job Title: Construction Manager

Job Location: 12301 Kurland Dr STE 400 Houston, TX 77034

Primary Function:
The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of assigned high voltage electrical installation projects from pre-construction through project completion. Assignments typically include managing project safety, material handling, quality, schedule, estimates, cost control, field personnel and subcontracts.

Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all the following functions:

• Responsible for the oversight of day-to-day construction activities.
• Provide direction and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives.
• Coordinate with purchasing department to ensure that requested materials are expedited and received per project schedule.
• Develop new and manage existing client relationships while interfacing with the client on project related items.
• Develop new and manage existing subcontractor relationships based on previous experience in the Electric Power Industry.
• Verify all applicable project permits are secured in accordance with the project requirements.
• Review, approve, and communicate internal and external reports including project budgeting and status reports.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement design changes in the field.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Science, Electrical Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of construction experience in the Electric Power Industry is required. Equivalent field experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Job Qualifications:

• Experience in estimating, subcontracting, and scheduling EPC projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card if applicable to assigned project.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.