CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Authority, Scope and Basic Function

The position works within a project execution team to ensure that the Company's contractual obligations during installations are fulfilled and the site budget and quality requirements are satisfied. Act as the main point of contact for field staff and subcontractors during installation phase. Provide office and on-site support as required to field personnel/subcontractors and coordinate field activities with client. Must be able to resolve installation issues through appropriate channels to protect the Company's interests while meeting the client's requirements and while complying with all health and safety programs and directives.

Essential Duties and Principal Responsibilities

• Generate method statements with particular attention to crew and equipment requirements, anticipating special equipment needs, delivery schedules and coordination with site general and subcontractors.
• Document any cause of deviations from Novum drawings and coordinate with Project Engineer to ensure design is complied to.
• Maintain daily communication with each installer on each project site, preferably early each day, to ensure Novum is in the first position to have knowledge of any challenges, and the development of appropriate solutions, thus allowing clear, timely communication of said challenges and associated solutions to our clients from Novum, not from our installer.
• Schedule and coordinate field dates with the client via daily verbal communication and document in writing when appropriate.
• Organize field resources to guarantee maximum efficiency and budget conformance to meet customer needs and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Obtain useable field surveys and layout information in a timely manner to ensure projects are installed to plans.
• Execute the installation plan and monitor quality. Verify quality per Novum Field Construction Quality Manual and all released engineering documents.
• Coordinate closely with the team, field labor and vendors on material deliveries to site. Obtain confirmations that materials delivered to job site arrive undamaged and in quantities specified on Bill of Lading.
• Protect Novum supplied equipment from theft or damage from delivery through shipped return to Novum. Report any issues immediately.
• Monitor and report productivity to plan throughout the project to Manager of Field Operations and Project Manager.
• Deal with material "shortages" and determine cause and responsibility; reschedule to minimize down time.
• Collect and monitor schedules; daily, weekly and monthly and provide timely progress reports to Project Manager.
• Attend or conduct jobsite project meetings as required.
• Perform site inspections during installation to assure that all workers have appropriate knowledge and training in relevant safety and quality procedures. Site inspections should be documented in written form and forwarded to the Project Manager and Manager of Field Operations.
• Ensure punch list items are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Complete project close out documentation within stated time requirements as it pertains to field activities.
• Collaborate with the Estimating Group as requested on certain bids to develop installation budgets and method statements to reduce the Company's risk and strengthen competitive position.
• Complete Critical Connection Inspection (CCI) with proper documentation.
• Project Tracking System DAX should be utilized and maintained current at all times to ensure consistency and transparency of documentation.
• Share and discuss new ideas and advise on improvements that would potentially grow the success of Novum Structures Field Services.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years relevant trade experience in commercial construction.
• Demonstrated proficiency in either steel erection or glazing installation, preferably both.
• Able to read and interpret drawings and construction related documents (e.g. specifications, Bill of Materials, work authorizations, change orders, time sheets, etc).
• Knowledge of the capabilities and safe use of equipment typical to Novum's business e.g. cranes, fork, aerial and scissor lifts, personal protective equipment (PPE), hand tools, etc.).
• Knowledge of jobsite work rules and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication. Strong skill in collaborating, team building and the ability to communicate with many levels of management and staff.
• Detail orientated with good organizational skills. Be accustomed to fast pace, deadlines, accuracy.
• Must have a sense of urgency and self-motivation.
• High integrity and sensitivity to confidential matters.
• Requires completion of OSHA 10 hour. OSHA 30 hour preferred and first aid certifications.
• Proficient with computer tools and software (MS Word, Excel, Access).

Other Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition to customary physical exertions on a job site, individual should have above-average walking, climbing, lifting and balancing skills. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.