A national construction and real estate services firm specializing in diverse sectors.
Oversee daily construction site operations, safety, schedule, and subcontractor coordination.
15 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Grand Rapids, MI
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Services
Project Management
Consulting
General Contracting
Design-Build
Preconstruction Services
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
K-12 Education
Role
Description
site logistics
constructability review
permit coordination
punch list
safety program
progress reporting
Discuss quality expectations with trade foremen prior to installation (pre-bid, post-bid, and pre-installation meetings).
Plan and coordinate site logistics, including traffic patterns, equipment locations, and storage and staging.
Prioritize and review critical submittals for dimensional control and constructability.
Compile fair and honest reports of the project team's experience with each trade contractor using the trade contractor evaluation survey.
Define safety expectations by providing a safety orientation for every individual who enters the site. Emphasize the importance of not sacrificing safety for speed. Discuss relevant safety topics with trade contractor on a weekly basis or more frequently if needed.
Establish project site expectations for safety, quality, unforeseen conditions, housekeeping, and general conduct.
Review conceptual, schematic, and design development documents for constructability, phasing options, temporary protection requirements, site logistics, and other field construction issues. Recommend or evaluate construction options and efficiencies based on these reviews.
Promptly report and investigate accidents and safety-related incidents, disciplining repeat or extreme violations, up to and including, permanently removing individuals from the project site.
Plan and coordinate timely initiation, momentum, and completion of all trade contract work on the project site according to the project schedule.
Verify and authorize trade contractor timesheets for extra work performed on a time and material basis.
Oversee technical interpretation of construction documents and drawings, recommend construction methods, and equipment as required. Assure consistency with contractual specifications and requirements for the project.
Arrange and coordinate timely permitting and required inspections to start and complete work.
Arrange pre-installation coordination meetings for all work areas that involve overlapping work by multiple trade contractors.
Maintain rolling punch list defining final quality expectations and ensure completion.
Ensures Christman is represented at the project site every day work is being performed by setting expectations, responsibilities, and maintaining commitments.
Partner with Project Manager, client, and trade contractors to develop a work plan for the project. Coordinate project team's preparation for upcoming work through progress meetings.
Continuously assess and analyze the project's actual status against goals, develop contingency plans, and revise construction strategy as required.
Complete thorough and accurate daily reports of progress and concerns or challenges, including daily weather and safety inspections, violations, and accidents.
Address early offenses to clarify expectations and reinforce commitment to safety, recognize and correct common work area hazards.
When conflicts and disputes arise during the course of the project, focus all parties on developing mutually acceptable solutions aligned with the contractual agreements.
Authorize purchase requisitions for material, equipment, and labor as agreed with Project Manager, Executive, or Director prior to the project startup or in the event emergency situations arise and is required to keep the project and team members safe.
Create project-specific safety program highlighting key or unique hazards introduced by site conditions or work methods and scheduled adjacencies. Develop and communicate leadership approach for addressing hazards on the project.
Requirements
bachelor's
construction management
5 years
leadership
lift 50lb
safety
Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Successful completion of classes or other training in Construction Management, Project Management, Safety, or Communication.
Must be able to talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, be able to use a telephone and operate a keyboard.
Minimum five (5) years of commercial construction experience in a leadership role as a Foreman or Superintendent.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, reach (with hands and arms), climb, balance stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
applicants must be authorized to work in the u.s.; the company does not provide visa sponsorship.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1894
Year Established
The company was founded in 1894, marking over 130 years of industry leadership.
Specializes in delivering high-quality projects across multiple sectors, including industrial, residential, and government.
Provides comprehensive construction management, design-build, and real estate development services.
Has a strong portfolio in education, healthcare, and commercial real estate sectors.
Known for an innovative approach to construction with a focus on sustainability and efficiency.
Reputable for consistently delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
Operates across several states, demonstrating steady growth over its long history.
Culture + Values
Honoring commitments with integrity
Teamwork
Mutual respect
Recognition of excellence
A passion for our work
A competitive spirit
A focus on developing long‑term relationships
Fairness
Pride
Camaraderie
Everyone is an Owner
Environment + Sustainability
2024 Report
Community Impact
Showcases the company's sustainability efforts and their positive influence on the community.
Passion for building responsibly with sustainability at the core of every project
Use of geothermal energy to reduce emissions and boost efficiency
Adoption of mass timber construction for lower carbon impact and biophilic design
Dedication to reducing carbon footprint through environmentally conscious practices
Inclusion & Diversity
85% Retention
Gender & Ethnic Diversity
Maintains high retention rates for women and minority employees.
29% Increase
Diverse Hiring Surge
Significant growth in the recruitment of diverse candidates over the past year.
12% Women Hires
Female Workforce Expansion
Substantial rise in the number of women being hired across departments.
DEI Council of 17 members with pillar groups (Culture, Engagement & Outreach, Business Imperatives) meeting monthly
Established Women’s ERG to foster job satisfaction
Launched DEI Leadership Award to recognize employees supporting DEI mission
Supplier diversity system with meaningful goals to increase minority- and women-owned business opportunities