Construction Manager

Definition

Definition: Under limited supervision from the Senior Construction Manager or Construction Management Division Manager, provides assistance as needed and manages an array of capital projects. Administers, coordinates, and participates in all aspects of design and capital project management, including budgeting, scheduling, programming, design development, bidding, plan review, contract negotiation and administration, inspection, testing, and project closeout for various capital projects. Monitors capital projects and provides status reports on work in progress. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.
Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Distinguishing Features : The Construction Manager is distinguished from the entry-level Construction Coordinator by possessing a higher level of experience and technical expertise in capital project management. This job class is expected to perform capital project management activities with little oversight on small to mid-size capital and construction projects and assume a lead role in coordinating and ensuring these projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to acceptable construction practices and industry standards.

Examples of Tasks

Manages and oversees construction management activities for various capital improvement program projects. Performs activities such as project planning, definition of scope, consultant selection, project design / review, cost estimates, contractor selection, project scheduling / monitoring, inspections, quality control, audits, project closeout, etc.

Communicates and coordinates with other departments, Community representatives, outside vendors, and contractors to review proposed capital projects and activities. Effectively communicates project goals, expectations, progress reports, and other pertinent information to team members and project stakeholders.

Solicits proposals from prospective consultants, contractors, and vendors for various capital projects. Coordinates, prepares, and negotiates solicitations and contracts to perform design phase services, construction phase services, and materials procurement. Interprets and explains contract documents to staff, workers, customers, contractors, vendors, etc. on various design and construction-related projects.

Oversees contract administration for capital improvement program projects. Confers and coordinates with consultants and contractors on issues or concerns related to contract agreements. Coordinates communications regarding supplemental instructions and requests for information between consultants and contractors. Reviews and processes consultant's and contractor's payment requests.

Coordinates and monitors material testing and inspections, daily document control, and construction project scheduling. Organizes and attends pre-construction conferences and meetings. Schedules and performs quality control inspections. In coordination with the ECS Compliance Division, reviews work of contractors and consultants for compliance with building codes and safety requirements.

Monitors multiple capital projects to ensure projects remain on schedule. Coordinates scheduling of capital projects to avoid scheduling conflicts and work delays. Responds to inquiries from staff, customers, consultants, contractors, vendors, and other outside agencies on the status of capital projects. Confers with supervisory personnel, contractors, etc., to discuss and resolve issues related to performance, work procedures, and complaints. Resolves utility and other conflicts related to constructability, construction sequencing and construction logistics.

Ensures internal and external processes are followed to maximize construction efficiency. Inspects and reviews construction progress for conformity with design specifications and quality standards. Through coordination with the ECS Compliance Division, conducts regular site visits to ensure that required safety standards and construction and building codes are observed. Investigates reports of accidents or damages at construction sites to determine the nature of the incident and makes recommendations to prevent future incidents.

Ensures capital projects are safely executed within budget and on schedule according to plans, specifications and contracts approved by the Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Initiates action to correct deviations from approved designs or violations regarding safety, budget, or contract-performance.

Reviews contractor change order requests and prepares change order documentation. Monitors and ensures existing contracts are updated to reflect change requirements. Organizes, files, and retains all documents related to each project.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned to support and enhance the Community's Capital Improvement programs or special assignments.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, customs, and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of engineering, architectural, and construction principles, concepts, methods, techniques, and practices.
• Knowledge of building, safety and industrial codes.
• Knowledge of the Community's procurement policy.
• Knowledge of preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and construction documents for a variety of horizontal and vertical capital projects.
• Knowledge of design and construction industry standard contract documents.
• Knowledge of the practice, principles and methods of construction management and contract administration.
• Knowledge of current technologies applied in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction materials testing and construction inspection.

• Skill in use of personal computers, including software applications such as Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office Professional software.
• Skill in the use of MS 365 Suite, SharePoint, Onenote, GIS, Autocad, Bluebeam, Procore, and graphic design - presentation software.
• Skill in evaluating capital project work in progress, including plans, feasibility recommendations, specifications, cost estimates, and completed work.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with consulting engineers, architects, contractors, public officials and representatives of outside agencies and organizations.
• Skill in negotiating terms and conditions of contracts and sensitive agreements.

• Ability to determine appropriate methodology for successful completion of projects, including research, planning; contract management and compliance.
• Ability to read and effectively interpret architectural and engineering plans, specifications, manuals, supplemental instruction and shop-drawings.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently resolve conflict.
• Ability to manage, supervise, and evaluate technical and professional personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to walk, stoop, climb, bend, work in extreme weather conditions, and have ability to inspect building sites up to a height of 50 feet.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Experience: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field, and a minimum of four (4) years-experience in capital project management, civil engineering, architecture, construction, public works, or closely related field.
• A Master's degree in a job related discipline may substitute for two (2) years of the work experience.

• Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

• Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

• Special Requirement: Licensed Contractor or registration and/or certification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or other related field in the State of Arizona required.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified : Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted .

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.