Construction Services Manager

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR has an excellent opportunity to lead our Construction Services Group in Ohio. The Ohio Construction Services Manager will oversee the delivery of all civil, highway, water & wastewater construction services for HDR CCC in Ohio. The primary duties of this role include responsibility for Construction Management, Project Controls, inspection staff supervision, and quality control. This is a senior level position and a key position to the growth and development of HDR's Construction Services program in Ohio. The duties of this position include business development, strategic planning, staffing, project financials, training, and QA oversight. In addition, this person will serve as a Project/Construction Manager on projects such as program management and construction engineering. Individual will serve as client manager and work as part of the team in establishing client relations.

In the role of Construction Services Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Collaborate with key leaders within the Area to develop strategies to support client requirements for providing construction services
• Develop a plan to expand available resources to be responsive to anticipated construction management programs
• Develop procedures for executing construction services activities, and implement procedures in coordination with the project team
• Administer and manage construction services and inspection activities
• Monitor progress of the overall design as related to construction requirements
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews
• Coordinate local bidding efforts for quotes obtained in the field
• Develop scope, schedule and budget for construction phase services
• Coordinate and collaborate with laboratory testing companies to perform required materials testing services
• Assist in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract agreements
• Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control
• Responsible for subcontractor coordination, scheduling and quality control
• Coordinate, expedite and review construction submittals
• Control the project budget and schedule for construction services
• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety Program through communication and inspections
• Prepare and update project schedules, pay requests, and daily, weekly, and monthly progress, budget, and schedule management reports
• Coordinate local pursuit efforts
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) within the State of Ohio or ability to obtain expeditiously
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Appropriate construction or design certifications
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline), scheduling software (Primavera P3 or SureTrak), and project management software (Prolog)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including but not limited to estimating, bidding, preparing and administering purchase orders and subcontracts, scheduling, cost control, etc
• Experience in the construction of heavy civil, transportation, water and wastewater projects
• Experience with private and public clients
• Thorough understanding of construction management standards of practice, and familiarity with construction scheduling processes, materials, means and methods of construction in Ohio including ODOT's Construction & Material Specifications documents
• Experience with construction management software packages and Microsoft Office, Prolog, Primavera, etc
• Business development skills, knowledge of local market, clients, competition, and recognition in the industry is desirable

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.