Construction Manager

Brice Highway LLC

Regular

Why choose us?

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to providing the best place to work we can financial security, and premier health and wellness programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture.

What does Brice Highway LLC do?

Brice Highway specializes in vertical and horizontal construction, supporting transportation and utility projects that stand the test of time. Our design-build delivery methods bring together team members with diverse backgrounds and skills, creating an environment where mentorships form naturally and where your contributions are visible in the completed projects that people depend on daily.

Brice Highway is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Construction Manager you will work onsite in Houston, TX and will plan and direct all aspects of the construction department in accordance with policies, goals, and objectives established by the Company President and General Manager. You will be responsible for supervising and developing the construction department's management, safety, and support staff. Additionally, you will lead planning and staffing for all construction projects within the Company and deliver results that support continued growth and increase overall organizational efficiency while supporting and maintaining the Calista Brice core values.

How will you do it?

- Plan, schedule, and implement work for all construction projects with construction department staff, including regular site visits while the projects are in operation.

- Oversee the development and implementation of site-specific safety and quality plans at the project level in collaboration with the Safety Manager. Ensure plan compliance with current corporate safety policies.

- Recruiting construction department staff as needed.

- Plan, schedule, and budget for training construction staff to maintain key proficiency and certifications and expand staff capabilities.

- Provide job costs, quantities, and projections to the General Manager, Business Unit President, Holding Line, and Corporate office as needed.

- Assist in developing and implementing the department's short-term and long-term goals, including financial, operational, and employee development goals.

- Coordinate with the Management Information Systems team to maintain a suite of software for project management and construction.

- Establish project objectives, policies and procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of company policy and contract specifications.

- Facilitate and oversee claims negotiations and dispute resolution for construction projects and business needs.

- Assess potential risks for projects and develop risk mitigation strategies.

- Communicate with the General Manager and Business Unit President on a regular basis regarding current department issues and the status of construction projects.

- Compile and review project financial updates, including progress, cost, payments, and changes, and submit them to the General Manager and Business Unit Director of Finance on a monthly basis.

- Manage and ensure accurate daily project reporting as well as WIP and forecasting.

- Flow down corporate policies and announcements to construction department staff.

- Collaborate with other departments, divisions, and subsidiaries regarding construction department resources as directed by the General Manager.

- Manage the integration of construction department staff with the estimating department as needed.

- Assist in researching potential future projects for the Brice companies.

- Follow up on client contract payments as needed.

- Coordinate with the Project Controls team on the new project s tup, including developing budgets and cost codes.

- Manage projects as needed and as department workload dictates.

- Practice and be a role model for all other employees on ethical practices and Corporate Code of Conduct.

- Support officers and other managers in carrying out their duties to promote the company's success.

- Assist in business development and marketing as needed.

- Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

- Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position supervises construction management, safety, and construction support staff within the Company.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced technical knowledge of various field construction concepts, practices, and procedures.

Advanced knowledge of construction, architectural, and building industry-standard operating

practices/procedures.

Ability to prepare accurate budgets and cost estimates; knowledge of fiscal management principles and procedures.

Advanced experience with scheduling, subcontracts, submittals, quality control, and safety.

Ability to organize and perform under deadlines.

Knowledge and skills in leading and managing critical projects.

Strong coaching and influencing skills.

Knowledge of job costing and accounting procedures.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including MS Project, and have working knowledge of industry-specific projects, scheduling, and timekeeping software currently being utilized by the company.

Ability to deliver services within departmental budgets.

Excellent writing and speaking skills.

Ability to effectively communicate and adjust to various interpersonal relationships and situations, ascertaining business needs for se