Construction Manager - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

Requisition ID: 176973

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: TIC Southern District

Department: Field Operations

Market: OGC

Employment Type: Full Time

The Construction Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion and financial outcome of a construction project. Directs and supervises the work of project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities and maintain effective relationships with owners, subcontractors, etc.

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether were boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. Theres a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you wont find anywhere else.

TIC-The Industrial Company is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. TIC-Southern District is a business unit of TIC-The Industrial Company. Headquartered in The Woodlands, TX, TIC Southern builds major oil, gas and chemical (OGC) projects in diversified markets throughout the Gulf Coast and other open shop OGC strategic locations. Located in Houston, TX, TIC-Southern is seeking individuals who are open to regular relocation for career development opportunities and who desire job responsibilities in field operations ranging from project controls, craft management, safety, quality, and contract administration.

A new employees initial work assignments complement their previous work experiences and education, allowing the new employee to make significant contributions to the project success. Individuals seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record will find employment with TIC-Southern to be fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefit

This position will have home location based in Houston, TX. One of the many things that makes Kiewits culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsible for ensuring the project meets or exceeds its financial objectives, by overseeing and monitoring each stage of the development.
Coordinates daily/weekly meeting with all the area superintendents, project engineers, and field engineers to develop means and methods, schedule contracting needs and long lead delivery times.
Manage all field operations and work sequence in conjunction with the Project Director.
Review project estimate or plan to determine estimated job cost, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
Oversee and approve the monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections. Also, review, approve and negotiate change orders.
Anticipate project needs with sufficient lead-time to avoid delay of production Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project, work closely with Project Manager and HR team to manage relationship with staff and craft.
Form and lead an effective project management team, define and delegate management responsibilities and set goals.
Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties, and other problems that may arise.
Be an effective leader, communicate with department leads regarding work scopes.
Ensure project superintendents understand and execute the work as required.
Ensure safety, quality and production is maintained.
Responsible for project closeout. Secure loose ends by finishing paperwork, obtaining retainages, supporting supervisors and expediting claim.

Degree or diploma in a related field, or a related combination of training and experience
Minimum 15+ years of related experience; construction and management experienced required in the Oil, Gas, and Chemical industry.
Familiar with technical drawings systems and planning & reporting systems
Ability to work with and manage unionized worker or subcontractors
Communication excellent oral presentation and written skills
Goal oriented able to set goals and achieve them
Interpersonal able to work well and persuade people at all organization levels
Compliance - Follows applicable laws, codes, regulations, or zoning for required work
Demonstrated clear logical written, verbal, and communication and presentation skills. Excellent Interpersonal skills to cooperate and work as a team
Leader that seek and accepts responsibility and leads by example
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Safety & Compliance - Comprehends safety rules and procedures before beginning assignments, prioritizes safety and ensures compliance prior to start, completes construction according to Kiewit or Project standards, mitigates hazards, champions safety all the time
Planning and Scheduling - Understands resources, requirements, time constraints and cost, logically sequence work and estimate time to completion, populates schedule with resource and cost, sets goals, adjusts for unexpected events or conditions, tracks and updates
Management - Manages multiple priorities and teams to accomplish project and company goals. Tracks project scope, schedule, and budgets, and resolves critical issues
Team Management Labor relation + staff
Knowledge of tools and technology -Identifies tools, equipment, or technology to complete a job and understands the cost and potential hazards with their use. Continually seeks the best alternatives
High degree of integrity and understanding of ethical industry standards. Exercises judgment and uses sound principals to make decisions
The position requires someone with the ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit policies, procedures and software programs
Ability to travel and relocate as business requires

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thats among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.