Construction Manager

Job Summary

HFT is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the execution of complex industrial construction projects, including facility repairs, rebuilds and new construction. This role oversees all phases of construction, coordinating field operations, contractors, schedules and resources to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with HFT's standards of quality.

Role Accountabilities

As Construction Manager you will be responsible to provide leadership for multiple aspects of construction including costs, planning, scheduling, engineering, estimating support, supervision and management of personnel. The role will also include supporting design teams with constructability reviews and other design implementation support. Daily activities will include coordinating, scheduling, and reporting project activities related to stakeholder management and project communications and ensuring that all appropriate technical standards are applied during the project implementation.

Other role accountabilities include:

Position will be based out of the home office, with travel as required for pre-bid walks and project site support
Development of preferred vendors and subcontractors for various scope of work
Collaborate with HFT Estimators and Senior Leadership to prepare estimates and bid proposals
Establish and manage development of project budgets and incorporation into HFT Cost Accounting system
Review and determine staffing requirements for project teams
In conjunction with HFT procurement, assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery
Work with Project Scheduler to develop and maintain the project schedule
Coordination with HFT yard and warehouse for mobilization and demobilization
Develop and maintain good relationship with client, subcontractors, and vendors
Maintain timely and accurate reporting of cost and schedule to management
Ensuring all deliverables and constructed work are in conformance with the quality standards set forth in the contract documents
Work with project team to avoid or mitigate claims and conflict

Qualifications

Educational and experience requirements include four-year engineering degree or equivalent, plus extensive, fifteen or more years’ experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required. Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.

Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital; superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.

Industrial construction experience is preferred.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to humanresources@hft.com.