Description
WSP is seeking a Full-Time Deputy Construction Manager to work in our Dallas, TX office.
The successful candidate will provide construction and technical direction on building/facilities construction related projects. They will oversee small to medium, multi-discipline projects from assignment to commissioning, close-out, and turnover to the client.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Project Manager in tendering works, bid reviews, and bid analysis.
- Manage construction projects upon award of contracts.
- Coordinate with contractors.
- Monitor budgets and schedules to ensure adherence to contractual commitments.
- Conduct thorough construction monitoring and documentation, producing weekly project status reports.
- Maintain a weekly construction log.
- Record and document significant communications.
- Ensure quality control, documentation, and resolution of poor-quality fabrication, installation, or materials.
- Manage change orders, including detailed knowledge of change and contractual requirements.
- Oversee job safety, monitoring, and compliance with safety, health, and environmental requirements.
- Participate in project start-up meetings and documentation, and attend safety programs.
- Assist in responding to RFIs, material and equipment submittals, and shop drawings.
- Interface with clients as required.
- Manage project turnover documentation, including as-built drawings, training manuals, and OEM installation/operation & maintenance manuals.
- Conduct equipment and systems testing and commissioning.
- Field assignments are local and regional, with up to 100% overnight travel estimated.
- Implement standards in compliance with program requirements and seek guidance from senior construction managers.
- Possess knowledge of construction processes and demonstrate construction management skills.
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and according to quality standards and contract requirements.
- Maintain clear and precise records meeting contract and regulatory requirements.
- Comply with all applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent.
- Experience working with outside vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management or related disciplines.
- Ability to self-motivate with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, MS Project.
- Familiarity with Blue-Beam, AutoCAD, and project management software such as Procore is a plus.
- Experience working with direct and indirect resources, acting in a construction management capacity or supervisory role on light industrial or commercial projects.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and knowledge of environmental, safety, and health regulatory compliance.
- Resourceful, well-organized, highly dependable, efficient, and detail-oriented.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with technical disciplines.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, floor plans, shop drawings, specifications, and schedules.
Preferred Qualification:
- Prior experience working on USPS projects.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on feet for extended periods.
- Handle standard field-testing equipment.
- Work in varying environments (office and field settings).
- Travel up to 100%, with potential for overnight stays, and work flexible hours.
- Pass company Motor Vehicle Record check.