Senior Construction Manager - Merrick & Company

OVERVIEW:

 

 

Merrick is seeking an experienced Construction Manager with experience in water and wastewater pipeline, pump station and/or treatment plant construction. This Construction Manager will act as an Owner’s Representative, working primarily at a client site in the San Antonio area, with intermittent work at Merrick’s office in San Antonio.  This position will report to the Construction Services Manager. The primary objective of this position is to coordinate design and pre-construction efforts, provide staff augmentation services for the Owner and provide on-site construction management to ensure successful delivery of capital improvement projects.

 

By establishing and maintaining a relationship with the client through the competent and professional execution of duties, the Construction Manager will play a key role in augmenting the Owner’s staff and providing direction to the capital improvements program.

 

Basic office hours are 8:00 am MT to 5:00 pm MT, Monday thru Friday and is a hybrid schedule. Occasional overtime could be needed with short notice. This position may also require some minimal travel.

 

Typical salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year. Base pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• The following duties are typical of the position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.  Every employee is expected to assist in whatever duties are required for Merrick to be successful.
• Integrate into and work collaboratively with owner’s staff as an Owner’s representative.
• Perform constructability reviews on design documents.
• Develop project risk registers and mitigation measures.
• Analyze and track project schedule and budget, with the aim of meeting Owner’s goal of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project documents. Have a complete working knowledge of the prime contract, design drawings, specifications, Contractor scopes of work, and the project schedule.
• Participate in the development of the master schedule for assigned projects.
• Conduct pre-mobilization meetings with Contractors.
• Schedule and coordinate all required permit, inspection, and testing agency activities.
• Review Contractor work plans for safety, quality, and schedule compliance.
• Monitor the Contractor employees for compliance with the safety and reporting requirements of OSHA and the Owner.
• Coordinate activities of all Contractors to ensure an efficient and productive use of resources.
• Ensure the quality of field installations. Coordinate with and schedule third-party materials testing and inspection services as required by the contract documents.
• Maintain required project documentation, including but not limited to: OSHA Log, accident/incident reports, first-aid reports, SDS, daily reports, as-built drawings, communications, drawing revisions, engineering sketches and directives, etc.
• Maintain timely and effective communications with the Construction Services Manager to prevent project delays, cost overruns or client dissatisfaction. Report weekly on construction status and issues concerning safety, schedule, cost, or client relations.
• Promote Merrick within the Owner’s organization to acquire more business and provide additional services to the Owner.
• Controlling project schedule and cost through the efficient use of all construction resources including manpower, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintenance of all required project documentation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in the construction industry in industrial or water/wastewater pipeline, pumping, storage and treatment facilities.
• Ability to work successfully with multiple project stakeholders, often with competing interests—Owner, Contractor, Engineer, Architect, permitting agencies, and the public.
• Strong understanding of and experience with alternative delivery contracting and approaches.
• Observing, reviewing, monitoring or otherwise addressing the appropriateness, performance and timeliness of construction related work performed under the contract or as specified by client.
• Knowledge and understanding of project documents, including construction documents and technical specifications.
• Development and maintenance of project data and files, including record documents, correspondence, RFIs, change order requests, pay requests, shop drawings, etc.
• Knowledge of new/existing water/wastewater facilities procedures.
• Experience in demolition and renovation projects.
• This position requires a working knowledge of appropriate codes and standards.
• Use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Local travel
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• CCM Certification with the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) or PMP Certification with the Project Management Institute (PMI) or licensed as a Professional Engineer.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification with the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is a plus. OHSA 30 hour.

PERKS:

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.