Construction Manager

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our expanding team in the Portland area. As the Construction Manager you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing major water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Construction Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with plans and specifications as well as company standards and established deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the day-to-day team leader for the project.
• Foster daily interactions with clients, designers, owners, contractors, inspectors, and relevant authorities.
• Conduct regular meetings with field office staff to address and resolve project-related matters.
• Facilitate the fair yet firm resolution of all project issues.
• Ensure the project aligns with approved plans, specifications, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate and oversee sub-consultants.
• Observe, monitor, and meticulously document contractor work, including managing project correspondence, RFIs, Memos to Designer, Field Directives, Clarification Letters, submittals, change orders, schedule of values, and progress payments.
• Develop and distribute timely meeting agendas and minutes.
• Generate comprehensive project reports.
• Take responsibility for safety monitoring and mentoring of team members.
• Maintain a current copy of the agreement with the client and all change orders.
• Oversee accounting project management tasks, including the review and approval of employee timesheets, project status reports, monthly billing draft statements, aging reports, and more.
• Cultivate a strong relationship with the client, including regular communication regarding construction and contract-related matters.
• Prepare and distribute owner-required project reports.
• Attend and, when necessary, represent the owner at public meetings.
• Actively engage in mentoring and facilitating the growth of employees by reviewing their work-product for quality assurance.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written documentation, to ensure accuracy, relevance, and attention to detail.
• Manage all on-site staff, including field inspection staff and field office staff assigned to the project.
• Coordinate staffing needs and staff availability with the CM group.
• Encourage staff growth and training through participation in KJ’s training opportunities and external training resources such as seminars and online coursework.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience managing all aspects of construction projects, from concept to close out, in water, wastewater and stormwater industry.
• Degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field. Experience may be substituted.
• Professional engineering (PE) or architectural license is desirable
• Certifications such as CCM or PMP is desirable
• Proficiency with project management software
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Familiarity with materials, means, methods, tools, and contractual obligations involved in the construction or repair of various physical assets including water and wastewater and process equipment installations.
• Knowledge of building codes, technical requirements of construction and current project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to timely communicate to various project parties including designer, owner, contractor, and authorities having jurisdiction.
  
  

This role requires that you are onsite full time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Must be able to work in a construction environment with limited amenities. Projects are currently located in Forest Grove, Oregon.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $120,000 to $180,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.