Junior Deputy Construction Manager

Overview

Assist in managing construction projects from bidding through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• construction monitoring
• change orders
• bid review
• quality control
• client interface
• budget monitoring

Tasks

-Assist with the management of construction projects upon award of contracts. -Assist with maintaining a weekly construction log in a terse, professional format. -Support the Project Manager in tendering works, bid reviews and bid analysis. -Project start-up meetings and documentation and attendance in meetings including safety program. -Quality control, documentation and resolution of poor-quality fabrication, installation or materials by general contractors, trade disciplines, and suppliers. -Interface with client as required or defined for program. -Assist in responding to RFI’s, material and equipment submittals and shop drawings. -Assist with change order control, including detailed knowledge of change and contractual requirements. -Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, floor plans, shop drawings, specifications, and schedules as they relate to architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC equipment, & building structures. -Construction monitoring and thorough documentation of project delivering a weekly report on project status. -Assist with budget monitoring & schedule monitoring with adherence to cost and delivery contractual commitments. -Record and document significant verbal, telephone, and media messaging. -Implementation of standards in compliance with USPS/WSP program requirements and seeks guidance and direction from senior construction managers in the planning, execution, and delivery of similar project requirements. -Ensure that projects are successfully completed on schedule, within the approved budget and in accordance with applicable quality standards and contract requirements.

Requirements

• construction management
• 5+ years
• bachelor's
• autocad
• ms project
• communication

What You Bring

-Must pass drug test, background check and company Motor Vehicle Record check. -Ability to travel 100%, with potential for overnight stays, or more and work flexible hours -Demonstrate construction management skills in the management of integration/coordination of project elements, scope management, time management, cost management, quality assurance, managing changes in priorities and communication management in the generation, collection, dissemination, storage, and ultimate disposition of project information. -Compliance with all USPS/WSP applicable Environmental, Health and Safety requirements in the performance of the projects. -Experience working with direct and indirect resources, minimum of 5+ years acting in a construction management capacity or supervisory role on light industrial or commercial projects. -Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of environmental, safety and health regulatory compliance. Negotiation and construction management experience/skills. -Possess knowledge of construction processes. -Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented. -Strong organizational skills. -Must have the ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended periods of time and be able to handle standard field-testing equipment. -Ability to self-motivate with an entrepreneurial spirit. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, MS Project. Familiar with Blue-Beam, AutoCAD, and project management software such as Procore a plus, but not required (candidate must be willing to learn software as applicable). -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Experience working with technical disciplines. -Clear and precise record keeping meeting contract requirements and regulatory requirements. -Must have the ability to work in varying environments (office, and field settings). -1-3 years of experience and demonstrated success with construction management or related disciplines. -Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or relevantExperience working with outside 3rd party vendors, suppliers, and contractors.

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Benefits

-Field assignments are local and regional depending on technical capabilities and desire to travel. Overnight travel is estimated to be up to 100%.

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must pass drug test -must pass background check -must pass motor vehicle record check