Construction Manager from System One

Brush, CO 80723

About the Job

Construction Manager
Brush, CO

System One is currently seeking a Construction Manager on a 12+ month contract position located in Brush, CO.

Construction Manager Responsibilities:

The scope of this project involves converting a power plant from coal to natural gas, a large and complex initiative.
Oversee the coal-to-natural gas conversion at the power plant focusing on civil, electrical and mechanical work with emphasis on piping, welding and schematic understanding.
Review, interpret and work with technical drawings, ensuring familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk software.
Act as the liaison between the Project Manager (PM), contractors and plant personnel.
Conduct regular site inspections to verify adherence to health, safety and environmental policies.
Monitor and address any potential safety concerns, reporting to the PM.
Track project milestones, document progress and report any issues or required mitigations to the PM.
Leverage experience in power plant operations, welding, piping schematics and related technical areas to ensure project success. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, site management skills and proactive communication to drive the projects progress while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Begin the day with a toolbox talk to discuss safety protocols, daily objectives, and address any immediate concerns or updates with contractors and workers.
Review the days schedule and ensure alignment with the overall project plan.
Act as the onsite liaison, maintaining regular communication between the PM, contractors and plant personnel.
Facilitate scheduled updates with contractors to discuss progress, identify and challenges and ensure alignment on upcoming tasks.
Conduct site inspections to monitor construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and project standards.
Evaluate work in progress (e.g. piping, electrical or civil tasks) and ensure adherence to project specifications and schematics.
Address and mitigate any issues or risks identified during inspections.
Review and interpret drawings (AutoCAD/Autodesk) as needed to support ongoing construction.
Provide guidance or clarification to contractors on schematic and welding requirements, piping layouts, and other technical elements.
Track project milestones, document daily activities and identify delays or problems.
Communicate progress and escalate concerns or proposed solutions to the PM during weekly strategy/problem-solving sessions as needed.
Ensure all work areas are secured and safe for the next day.
Prepare a summary of the days activities, including safety incidents, project progress and any concerns for reporting to the PM.

Construction Manager Requirements:

This full-time onsite role is highly hands-on, requiring close collaboration with contractors and a proactive approach to safety, quality assurance and problem-solving.
Proficiency in MS Office: Strong skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Technical knowledge in Civil, Electrical and Mechanical work: emphasis on piping, welding and schematic interpretation.
Experience with AutoCAD and other Autodesk software tools
Experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
Preference for demonstrated success in past projects rather than years of experience alone.
Skilled in maintaining safety and quality standards while driving project progress.
Capable of overseeing on-site operations, particularly in environments such as power plants.
Proactive problem-solving and adaptability to dynamic site conditions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Utility experience strongly preferred
No use of personal vehicle is allowed on-site.

Duration: 12+ months
Location: Brush, CO
Pay Rate: $70-74.50/hr
PD paid

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