Freese and Nichols is currently searching for a Part-Time Construction Manager to administer the construction contract by managing, observing and reporting on ongoing construction projects. In this role, you will serve as an extension of the client’s staff with the objective of delivering a quality project, on time and within budget, while reducing the conflicts inherent in complex delivery systems. This is a field-based position, with work performed primarily at client project sites based on client and business needs.

Major Accountabilities

Supervise the observation and inspection of ongoing construction work including material sampling and testing as well as measuring qualities and communicate with contactor about non-conforming work Review contractor’s work for compliance with contract documents and clarify contract documents for the contractor Oversee the development and management of; Change/Field orders, updates to construction schedule, submittals, request for Information (RFI), claims, pay requests, construction meetings, and construction closeout process. Prepare for and facilitate construction meetings including minutes Correspond with client, contractors, and other employees Read plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specifications Collaborate with design teams to facilitate responses to RFIs and submittals and/or construction issues Communicate with owner to understand owner’s needs and clarify owner’s objectives and relay information to Freese and Nichols and contractor Conduct pre-bid and pre-construction conferences Support the design phase process as assigned Directly manage staff and the execution of their daily work including hiring/firing, performance reviews, and development Support risk management efforts for projects Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience 15+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction manager or superintendent Fully proficient and able to mentor others using project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.) Good written and verbal communication skills Understanding of Alternate Project Delivery Methods Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) Valid Driver's License

About Freese And Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.