SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (WATER/WASTEWATER) - KAI Design

Senior Construction Manager (Water/wastewater)

Office Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Level: 10+ Years of Experience

Department: 360 Construction Services L.L.C.

Reports to: WATER/WASTEWATER OPERATIONS MANAGER

Supervises: PROJECT TEAMS

Position Summary:

KAI is seeking a Senior Construction Manager with 10+ years of experience with large water/wastewater construction programs. KAI is currently working on a large, long-term capital improvement program, which is expected to continue for several more years. The current need is for a Senior Construction Manager to manage the construction of a large, deep (150 + feet) pump station, with an estimated construction cost of $76M.

KAI's PM/CM staff supports clients by acting as their trusted agent through all phases of projects, from design to close-outs, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. KAI is currently seeking qualified, experienced candidates to fill a water/wastewater facility Construction Manager position.

Responsibilities include working on the Owners behalf to manage and coordinate new construction, and renovation of existing facilities; administering and coordinating facility construction projects from early stages through final inspections and startup to include project turnover and warranty period services; working with the project design team and the contractor to ensure that quality projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Essential Functions

1. Obtaining/procuring, QA/QC services, and related services provided by consultants.
2. Assisting in the project permitting and approval process through various local authorities.
3. Working with the project design team, attending client and stakeholder reviews, and securing agreements with stakeholders.
4. Recommending changes in design specifications and schedules to accommodate conditions at construction sites.
5. Leading the on-site CM Team including contract administration, construction inspections, and materials testing.
6. Preparing and finalizing project documentation for regional, state, and federal agencies.
7. Writing weekly and monthly reports of various types for distribution to client.
8. Managing the project close-out and providing follow-up actions as required during the warranty period.

Desired Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, plus experience in management of the construction of water/wastewater facilities, existing and new facilities, or similar experience. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year for year basis.
2. 10 or more years of water/wastewater related construction.
3. Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and participating in diverse teams.
4. Fluent in written and spoken English.
5. Registered as a Professional Engineer, or Construction Manager (preferred but not required).
6. Must be proficient in the use of a computer to prepare reports using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
7. Must possess the physical ability to move around an active construction site.
8. Proficient with web base construction document management platforms.
9. Excellent team player with exceptional interpersonal skills to deliver results.
10. The applicant must be legally allowed to work in the United States.

COMPANY PROFILE

KAI is an MBE-Certified AEC firm built upon a foundation of teamwork and collaboration. At KAI, our core focus is transforming communities through integrated design and construction solutions. For over 40 years we have provided delivery-oriented building solutions with a diverse portfolio of experience, in-house multi-discipline professionals and expertise in both design and construction delivery services. Our firm has been involved in over 45 award-winning projects providing architecture, MEP/FP engineering and construction services throughout the United States that have been instrumental in improving the quality of life and environment in communities. At KAI, we are faithful stewards, we listen to understand, give back, love one another and we hustle!