Construction Manager

About Zephyr Rail
Zephyr Rail is an engineering design and construction management firm based in Orange, CA. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions in railroad design, construction management, and UAV solutions. We are proud to have earned Zweig Group’s recognition as a “Best Firms to Work For” for three consecutive years, demonstrating our commitment to our team and our industry.

Job Summary
As a Construction Manager at Zephyr Rail, you will be responsible for the execution of the full scope of construction management services in accordance with contract requirements. You will serve as Zephyr Rail’s representative on complex transit construction projects, providing oversight of all project staff, daily field and office activities, and all ancillary project functions. This is a senior leadership role for an experienced professional with a strong background in transit construction, safety culture, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Always prioritize the safety of employees, government workers, and contractors’ staff.
• Serve as the main representative for all project-related affairs; supervise and coordinate project staff, daily field and office operations, and all supporting project activities.
• Assist the project's executive team and provide reports to leadership as needed.
• Oversee the project schedule and budget, ensuring the project stays on track regarding quality, timing, and costs.
• Assist in overseeing all engineering, construction, quality, safety, environmental, third-party, and community outreach functions.
• Represent Zephyr Rail within the community and to public agencies; uphold the project's safety culture and oversee operations to ensure no loss-time incidents occur on the projects.
• Ensure compliance with all contract documents.
• Conduct constructability reviews and offer feedback on design packages.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business administration, or a related field.
• Approximately 10 years of experience managing construction on transit projects valued at $30 million or more.
• Approximately 3 years of supervisory experience managing major construction contracts of similar size and scope.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license required.
• Experience as a contractor (project manager, superintendent, engineer) is preferred.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary Range: 192,000-230,000

Benefits
Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401(k) Plan (with company match), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Disability Insurance, Educational Assistance and Licensure Support, Performance-based Bonuses, Service Awards, Flexible/Hybrid Work Arrangements (role-dependent).

How to Apply
We’re excited to hear from you! Feel free to apply directly on our careers page or learn more about the opportunities at www.zuirail.com/current-openings/. If you don’t find exactly what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to send your resume to [email protected]. We would be pleased to consider you as a potential new member of our passionate team!

At Zephyr Rail, we’re an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Note to Recruiters and Job Placement Agencies
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruiters or agencies. We will consider any unsolicited resumes we receive as our property and will process them accordingly. We will only consider direct applicants.



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