Construction Manager - Civil

• (Internal Role: Construction Management V)
  • Leads the team of construction specialists and means and methods engineers as well as inspectors during the design implementation and construction phases of the project
  • Act as primary point of contact between the client the technical team and the construction team and contractors teams and provide advice and guidance to the field team including the Client/Owner field engineers and the contractor
  • Participate in executive level project meetings and provide strategic feedback and advice on construction services delivery
  • Participate preconstruction meetings to address technical or constructionrelated questions working with the Technical Advisor (TA) provide recommendations to the client in considering and analyzing possible procurement and means and methods for constructing various elements of the Construction Project
  • Ensure that safety and creation as well as maintenance of a safe workplace and environment is the primary consideration and first priority in the delivery of all work
  • Actively participates in safety leadership culture through field hazard inspections engagement with the workforce deployment of safety initiatives and review of contractors means and methods
  • Conduct thorough constructability reviews of detailed design and construction packages prepared by the Contractor. Constructability review reports shall identify project risks and provide recommendations to mitigate project risks
  • Monitor the technical requirements of the work including quality control/assurance
  • Monitor implementation of the Contractors quality program(s)
  • Coordinates the preparation of cost reports forecasts and progress reports
  • Ensures the implementation of the project construction procedures
  • Coordinates with the Planner to review the Contractors programs for acceptance including monthly progress reports
  • Monitors the Contractors quality assurance activities to ensure materials and equipment comply with design plans and specifications
  • Supervises the receiving distribution and filing of contractors documentation
  • Works with customers engineering and operating personnel to coordinate construction activities
  • Implements control over variables affecting job progress to ensure engineering and procurement provide timely delivery of drawings materials and equipment and to ensure that other corporate programs are fully utilized
  • Coordinates with the Contract Administrator on contract administration and activities affecting the contract administration operation
  • AidProject Managers in administeringmajor contract changes and represents the client in contractual discussions and negotiations. Overseethe implementation of contract changes
  • Performs employee reviews for subordinate personnel and assists in their development. Ensures that subordinate personnel receive progressive training
  • Reviews and provides input to the project staffing plan for construction engineers and associated personnel
  • Ensure contractor technical submittals are submitted reviewed and approved
  • Monitor the schedule of submittals reviews and approvals
  • Coordinate other Functional Depts for review and maintaining compliance with contract requirements
  • Review and approve the contractors schedule confirming it shows the logical sequence construction methods and estimated duration of activities required to meet the milestone and completion dates
  • Monitor progress in the field and coordinate with Project Controls to ensure the subcontractors schedule and progress support the project construction schedule
  • Review and approve contractors constructionrelated documentation including RAMS means and methods and ITPs
  • Coordinate interfaces between early works contractor(s) and other interfacing projects
  • Support the Contract Administrator by reviewing change notice proposals to establish cost and impact on the total subcontract value budget and overall project forecast

Working Conditions

• Work rotated shift patterns Days Nights & Weekend

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 18 years of experience in Construction Services in area of specialty
  • Experience leading teams in large infrastructure projects
• Education:
  • Bachelors degree or diploma in Engineering or Construction Management field
• Licenses OR Certifications:
  • Holding recognized certification in the applicable area of specialty
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Experienced construction manager in the rail sector i.e. Stations Track Bridges Overhead Catenary Systems Signalling and Communications
  • Solid understanding of construction methodology innovative methods of delivery technology planning delivery site logistics
  • Commercial and basic understanding of construction contract law and an understanding of multiple contract types
  • Good oral written communication and presentation skills
  • Stays up to date with key industry/professional trends through networking and Continued Professional Development (CPD) and ability to update colleagues & clients on industry trends.
  • Proficient in office technology software and applications
  • The individual will take ownership to identify solve and overcome challenges whilst keeping other abreast of developments
  • This individual is expected to deliver results striving to exceeds the clients expectations
  • Expert knowledge of prevailing construction means and methods in area of specialty
  • Seasoned in constructionrelated software applicable to area of specialty
  • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problemsolving environment by ensuring effective teamwork promotion of innovation and overall excellence
  • Proven capacity to anticipate identify and minimize risks
  • Expert ability to detect and capitalize on others strengths
  • Demonstrated capability to supervise delegate and develop capacity
  • Ability to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
  • Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices
  • Proven site leadership capability for multiresource teams with seasoned experience building and motivating team members to meet project goals adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones
  • Capability to understand interdependencies between technology operations and business needs
  • Inclined to maintain professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies methods and best practices
  • Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
  • Keen eye for detail and adept problemsolving abilitieswith a track record for meeting deadlines
  • Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)in a demanding multidisciplinary project environment
  • Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently on creative and analytical tasks in a structured disciplined technologydriven environment