Construction Manager

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary: This position coordinates field activities with the site engineering and maintenance departments and outside contractors for the installation of facilities, equipment and all other items relating to capital projects or repair/replacement requirements in accordance with accepted standards, construction documents, technical specifications, scopes of work, OSHA / MSHA, site safety  and EHS Guideline requirements.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Responsible for the day to day field permitting activities for contracted services in civil, mechanical, electrical , construction, maintenance or any other service as part of capital installations and contact maintenance repair work.

• Work with the Engineering Manager and maintenance department to make recommendations on the constructability of maintenance & project ideas.

• Work with contractors and PICS (Contractor Screening and Management Service) to ensure all contractors are approved before performing work on site.

• Insure that all activities are performed in a safe manner

• Attend pre-bid meetings, review and explain all current safety rules and regulations to bidding contractors as needed. Participate in field review of existing conditions with outside services.

• Conduct pre-job task plan (PTP) review of work with operations, maintenance and contractors.

• Control of construction documents, contractor security files ( background checks, etc) and maintain plant contractor safety manuals

• Perform housekeeping audits of contractor fabrication, laydown and trailer areas within property

• Cost control of time & material contracts including FTOs (field change orders) and negotiating back-charge claims

• Write contractor usage reports

• Perform or coordinate contractor escort and safety watch for all contractors with limited experience at the site.

• Coordinates with operations for permit approval, hot work permits, line breaks, shutdown, tank entry and all other customer field communication or safety needs.

• Monitors contractors daily performance and verify workmanship, adherence to specifications and safety performance is maintained on the job at all times.

• Perform contractor safety job observations audits each day.

• Available for flexible working hours or overtime as necessitated by project and maintenance needs.

• Maintains the work areas in 5S methods for a safe and clean job environment.

• Supervisory responsibilities: Although this role will have 0 direct reports, this person will be responsible for field activities for an ever changing number of contractors which could be as high as 50 or higher during peak project activities.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Ideal Background

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.

Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.  

Experience: This position requires a minimum 5 years of relevant industrial construction management or project related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Highly preferred experience in an industrial chemical manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge and understanding of construction work practices and guidelines including a broad knowledge of all disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil, etc.)

• Detailed understanding of industry codes and standards, such as building codes, ASME, NEC, etc

• High degree of safety focus.  Detailed knowledge of site safety and OSHA / MSHA rules and regulations. Experience in the administration of work permits including hot work, confined space permits, lock-out/tag-out permits, and excavation & scaffold permits.

• The ability to understand and enforce EH&S Guidelines as they pertain to field work. The desire to correct unsafe conditions or unsafe contract personnel when needed.

• Ability to read and understand detailed engineering drawings, outline specifications, scopes of work, contract language and equipment operational instructions.

• Computer literate in Microsoft office products and e-mail.

• The employee is required to ascend/descend ladders or steps

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.

• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.

• Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. 

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.