Construction Manager

Job Description

Blue Crane is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team. We are looking for a reliable Construction Manager to plan construction projects and oversee their progress along the way in a timely and cost-effective manner. You will be responsible for budgeting, organization, implementation, scheduling and oversight of the projects.


Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct specific construction projects from conception to completion
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
• Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations
• Coordinate and direct construction workers, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
• Meet contractual conditions of performance
• Review the work progress on daily basis
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses
• Analyze, manage and mitigate risks
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
• Review, understand, and respond to all change orders and pay applications for given projects in a timely manner.
• Help oversee punch list and closeout processes


About Blue Crane

Blue Crane provides real estate services to organizations working to revitalize and promote NWA through investments in local real estate and through land preservation activities. Blue Crane oversees a significant volume of real estate acquisition for commercial real estate development as well as for parks, open space, and trails.

Blue Crane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.


Basic Qualifications

• 5-10 Years of proven working experience in construction management
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Familiarity with construction management software packages
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Leadership and human resources management skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field