Construction Manager

Pasadena, CA, United States

As the established authority and leader in the alternative energy industry, Fiedler Group provides revolutionary design and engineering expertise to elite members of the Fortune Global 500 and independent franchisees throughout the United States from its headquarters in Pasadena, CA. Fiedler Group has over 65 years of engineering and designing expertise and continues to pioneer groundbreaking industry firsts in all sectors; alternative energy, petroleum industry, convenience and retail sectors, and food service by providing services such as multi-site development programs, site adaption of corporate design standards, and specialize in managing compliance programs to ensure jurisdictional regulations are met.

Fiedler Group is seeking a Construction Manager who can put their expertise to work on a variety of alternative energies projects. This person will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and serving as the worksite representative for dealings with subcontractors, suppliers, customers, and government inspectors/agencies. The Construction Manager will ensure compliance with all national and local procedures, regulations, and codes, and will provide progress updates to appropriate management channels on a regular basis. With every project, the Construction Manager will be counted on to drive the innovation for which we are known.

Role Objectives:

• Manage worksites for new-construction as well as remodeling projects, coordinating activities and ensuring that all work is in sync with project goals and objectives

• Provide direction to general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure that quality standards are being met

• Liaise with engineers, architects, client/facility representatives, and others working on a project

• Prepare and manage estimates, budgets, timetables, and resources

• Identify, mitigate, and track recurring construction issues

• Adhere to legal regulations, building and safety codes, and other requirements

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other specialists; hire full-time and part-time subcontractors and laborers and coordinate their schedules

• Visit sites regularly during construction — including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress visits, punch walks, and closeouts — and attend status and coordination meetings

• Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections throughout the construction process, ensuring that the work environment is acceptable, and that tools and equipment are in good working condition

• Maintain and update SOW and preconstruction documents, and meet contract obligations by developing relationships with reliable contractors and vendors

• Respond efficiently and effectively to work delays, emergencies, and other project disruptions

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Five or more years of experience in managing new-construction and remodeling projects

• Knowledge of construction methods and technologies and an ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts

• Knowledge of building-code requirements and scheduling methods

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with an eye for quality

• Knowledge of construction worksite safety practices

• Proficient in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit and Photometric Software

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)

• Advanced knowledge of QA/QC process

• Thorough understanding and application of current building codes is required and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents

• High degree of initiative, flexibility, and resourcefulness

• Excellent communication skills (graphic, writing, and oral)

• Ability to effectively meet deadlines

• Extremely organized and attentive to detail

• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications

• Scheduling, purchasing, estimating, as well as management of personnel, vendors, and subcontractors

• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, have strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills to ensure all established deadlines are achieved

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering or related field

• Professional certification, such as CCM (certified construction manager), AC (associate constructor), or CPC (certified professional constructor)

• Understands standards and testing

Compensation:

This is a Full Time, Exempt position. Salary: $90,000 – $130,000 annual.

At Fiedler Group, we pride ourselves on the team atmosphere we have built and believe that a positive work environment not only fuels creativity and drive, but also provides a collaborative environment that fosters individual learning and growth. In addition, we provide several benefits that enhance our employees’ overall employment experience.

These include:

• Up to 95% paid Medical (HMO & PPO), 90% paid Dental

• 100% paid Vision, LTD, Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

• Health Savings Account

• Health and Wellness Benefit

• 401(k) Plan with immediate vesting and company matching

• Discretionary Bonuses

• Tiered Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 15 days/year

• PTO Cash-Out Option

• 9 Paid Holidays

• Holiday Get-Togethers

• Firm-wide Celebrations and Events

• Training and Educational Opportunities

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