Construction Manager
Millipore Corporation

Job Info

Location:Location for the Construction Manager is in Tamaqua, PA with domestic travel required to meet project needs. The Construction Manager will work closely with members of the project management, engineering, site operations, project controls and procurement departments from installation through start of production. This role will be involved in design iterations and constructability reviews, manage preconstruction efforts and engaged in construction contracting, and will steer construction entities (general contractor, subcontractor, special inspections, and commissioning) towards milestone schedule and budget targets. This role will include supervision of on-site construction and construction safety, active problem solving and involvement in construction administration (submittal reviews, RFI's, design page turns), and strategic management amongst the different internal stakeholders (manufacturing, process design, finance, procurement, executive).Capex Projects Site Construction Safety leadership. Promote and oversee environmental, health, and safety performance of all construction entities on associated projects. Be the safe working example for construction personnel and internal working groups.Construction project quality control.Direct interface with construction general contractors during the bidding, award, execution, and project closeout/punch list phases.Participate in negotiations with general contractors and bids/proposals evaluations.Create construction project scope and request for proposals, in close conjunction with project, engineering and process engineering teams.Construction project management for specific initiatives aimed at increasing the efficiency, cost effectiveness and safety.Constructability reviews of all designs associated with the construction.Support project management with construction document management including submittal review, RFI's, change orders, and invoicing.Record and report key construction metrics to team members and management.Construction Documentation/Administration Phases tasks include file sharing, reviewing RFIs & submittals, QA/QC documents preparation and coordination, commissioning checklists and walk preparation.Project Close-Out tasks include punch list tracking and commissioning reviews.Supervision of construction / construction safety contractors (2-3 people)

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

BS degree and 8+ years of experience construction experience as a result orientated, hands-on senior project construction manager/superintendent with background in all facets of the industry. Knowledge may be gained thru work experience in lieu of degree. Experience with building chemical or manufacturing plants / piping instrumentation and process controls systems plant design / engineer process plants Verifiable track record for the successful completion of projects through coordinating trades, developing partnerships, and building positive rapport with architects, engineers, local officials, vendors, and clients while keeping priority on safety, quality, cost, and schedule.Knowledgeable in all aspects of Construction Safety Management, (OSHA compliance, management of construction site safety program, including trench excavation safety, scaffold erection and inspection, fall protection, confined space safety, working at heights, crane safety, PPE, LOTO, job hazard analysis, permit to work safety, safety supervision and leadership.Excellent understanding of construction contracts and ability to challenge/negotiate contractors on opportunistic change order claims.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to effectively prioritize with strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.High level of professionalism and sense of urgency.Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Proficiency in Bluebeam, Procore, PlanGrid, and MS Project preferred.Ability to work with minimal guidance; Proactive, motivated self-starter.Flexibility and ability to handle and manage change effectively and efficiently.Understanding of construction design documents and ability to provide constructability feedback prior to and during construction.Literate in P&IDs, Single Lines, Flow Diagrams, Logic Diagrams and Loops Diagrams.Ability to sequence installations with all construction trades.Experience with Permits / City, Special inspections is preferred.Experience working with a commissioning team.