Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Construction Manager to administer the construction contract by managing, observing and reporting on ongoing construction for the new Terminal at the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) Terminal Development Program.  In this role, you will serve as an extension of the client’s staff with the objective of delivering a quality project, on time and within budget, while reducing the conflicts inherent in complex delivery systems.

Major Accountabilities:

• Supervise the observation and inspection of ongoing construction work including material sampling and testing as well as measuring qualities and communicate with contactor about non-conforming work
• Review contractor’s work for compliance with contract documents and clarify contract documents for the contractor
• Oversee the development and management of; Change/Field orders, updates to construction schedule, submittals, request for Information (RFI), claims, pay requests, construction meetings, and construction closeout process.
• Prepare for and facilitate construction meetings including minutes
• Correspond with client, contractors, and other employees
• Read plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications
• Collaborate with design teams to facilitate responses to RFIs and submittals and/or construction issues
• Communicate with owner to understand owner’s needs and clarify owner’s objectives and relay information to Freese and Nichols and contractor
• Conduct pre-bid and pre-construction conferences
• Support the design phase process as assigned
• Directly manage staff and the execution of their daily work including hiring/firing, performance reviews, and development
• Support risk management efforts for projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 15+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction manager or superintendent

• Fully proficient and able to mentor others using project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Understanding of Alternate Project Delivery Methods

• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Preferred Certification/License:

• P.E.

• CCM

• CCCA

About Freese and Nichols

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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