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Program Construction Manager - ( 2400018Z )

Description

Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

The Program Construction Manager will support a multi-year, > $1 billion (USD) water transmission system program in the Chicagoland area by developing and implementing construction related processes and procedures and overseeing the program construction management staff. The position ensures project goals for safety, quality, cost, schedule and efficient commissioning are met, administers the owner’s construction-related contracts, and coordinates project delivery with internal and external stakeholders.

By managing capital programs as if they were our own, our program managers and technical experts work with clients to strategize, plan, and implement projects that help them achieve their organization’s objectives. Our award-winning team has managed thousands of projects across all sectors — infrastructure, including water delivery and mass transit facilities; hospitals, airports, and entire university campuses; and energy and resource assignments, from mines to wind farms. Join an award-winning team of program and project management specialists that are passionate about bringing transformational project solutions to life.

Your Key Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Program Managers, develop and implement the Program Construction Management plan and related processes and procedures.

• Oversee assigned Resident Engineers (RE) in performance of their duties with emphasis on integrated project delivery in accordance with scope, schedule, quality, and budget.

• Support the overall interface of program components in support of successful delivery of the program.

• Manage staffing levels and staffing needs in support of the RE(s) and provide necessary resources in support of overall program delivery.

• Provide overall monitoring and reporting on safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance of construction contractors.

• Engage contractor leadership and management as needed to address issues and concerns affecting delivery in a collaborative manner.

• Interface with program staff, assigned operations personnel, construction contractors and vendors supporting construction activities.

• Participate in the design review process of projects, including constructability reviews and sequencing analysis of project alternatives.

• Support day-to-day administration of construction contracts.

• Participate in final inspection and issuance of certificates of completion.

• Oversee the construction change management process and lead resolution of contract claims.

• Coordinate with Public Outreach, Real Estate, Permitting, Controls, and other functions as necessary.

• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other project disruptions.

• Work in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following program and company health and safety guidelines and policies and supporting contractor health and safety performance.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience on water/wastewater infrastructure projects in a Construction Management or Owner’s Representative role overseeing construction progress, site management, permitting requirements, code compliance and local regulations, conformance with plans and specifications, contractor practices, QC/QA and inspections, commissioning, close-out, and final acceptance.

• Understanding of alternative delivery models such as CM/GC, CMAR, Design-Build, or Progressive Design-Build.

• Familiarity with Kahua, e-Builder or other similar software.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Excellent organization skills and capacity to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

• Ability to quickly adapt to new priorities.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional client service.

• Demonstrated ability to build trust and positive business relationships.

• Effective problem-solving, facilitation, and negotiation skills.

• The position involves work associated with critical infrastructure and confidential information; therefore, a background check is required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely related field required.

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

• Fifteen or more years of related and relevant work experience; oversight of construction programs valued at $300M or greater preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Illinois-Chicago

Organization : BC-1734 Water-US North Central

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : May 7, 2024, 10:00:02 AM

Req ID: 2400018Z

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans