Construction Manager II

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for a Construction Manager II to join its Construction Management team. The company designs, builds, operates and maintains 2.7 million square feet across more than 20 countries, supporting over 8,000 employee owners. As Construction Manager II you will work alongside construction, design and maintenance teams to coordinate multiple contractors and superintendents and meet project objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Establish project plans and coordinate multiple construction projects with minimal supervision
• Create, maintain and monitor project files such as budgets, schedules, bids, contracts, submittals, RFIs, ASIs and change orders
• Analyse project deliverables to help the team meet cost, schedule and quality objectives
• Lead contractor relationships, resolve complex construction issues and ensure alignment with project objectives
• Guide the project team through applicable processes and raise process concerns
• Identify, track and help mitigate project risks and performance issues

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Typically 4 years of direct experience coordinating construction projects
• Demonstrated record of construction project management accomplishments

Required skills

• Competent knowledge of project management skills, techniques and terminology
• Knowledge of construction operations, risk management, safety standards and compliance requirements
• Business acumen on budgets, expense planning and resource allocation
• Coordination, organisation and prioritising skills

What we offer

• Pay range of $39.00 to $59.00 per hour, depending on experience and background
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded ESOP and personal 401(k) options
• 10 paid holidays, 12 days of annual vacation, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs