Construction Area Manager
- Compensation
- $170K–$220K / yr
- Location
- Costa Mesa, CA, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Requires thorough understanding of construction management processes and in-depth financial understanding of construction management
- Ability to work independently and have strong personnel management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors and lead engineer/project team, and deliver high quality services within budget and schedule constraints
- Detail orientated organized, and thorough
- Work within a team environment and communicate clearly to lead engineer, clients and contractor
- Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to learn quickly
- Strong knowledge of construction management software including Primavera P6 and Bentley PWCM (EADOC).
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of construction methods, standards, specifications and plans
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Strong computer and internet skills
- Proficient in standard computer software such as MS Word and Excel
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 10 years experience in managing the construction of water and wastewater facilities; the last 5 years of experience should include projects with a construction value of over $15 million
- Critical Leadership position that requires project lead experience
Nice to have
- Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction related program
- Professional registration (PE/PG) and construction/project management certification (CCM/PMI)
- Direct owner representative experience and management involvement in municipal programs/projects
- Completion of OSHA 10-hour safety course and other construction safety training
- Candidates should be experienced in staff development, client services and skilled in project controls systems, problem solving, claims avoidance
Full description
Overview
Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.
We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.
Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.
Responsibilities
- Lead your Area Construction Management Staff in achieving program/project management objectives while adhering to the standard Company policies and procedures.
- Create and build meaningful long term relationships with clients.
- Responsible for managing the profit & loss for the construction management group within your area.
- Support Construction Management staff in the field to ensure the best outcomes in time, cost and quality work.
- Oversees the work of Construction Managers/Resident Engineers/Resident Project Representatives/ Inspectors and support staff.
- Communicates with and fosters collaborative relationship with other Carollo operating units aimed at assuring successful delivery of construction management services to clients and the overall success of CM Group.
- Consistently and successfully deploys solutions for key issues as assigned.
- Consistently adheres to and enforces internal Company processes and policies such as business and contracting rules.
- Successfully manages multiple large complex initiatives and/or projects simultaneously.
- Leads complex teams through challenging project assignments and complex client environments.
- Accountable for assuring that projects are staffed with the appropriate resources and skill sets to achieve project objectives within Company profit model. Establish and implement a training program in support of all construction management and inspection staff levels.
- Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication and negotiating skills.
- Works in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by implementing company health and safety guidelines, practices and policies.