Subcontractor Jobs in Schenectady, NY (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary 

Brown and Caldwell (BC) is seeking an Onsite Construction Manager or Engineer with an established track record to perform subcontractor oversight and/or Owner’s Advisor (OA) services at a wide variety of project sites around the country. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to support Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)/Design-Build projects focused on Industrial Water/Wastewater Infrastructure, Remediation Construction, and Industrial Process/Mechanical work for clients in the market sectors of Energy and Production.

This position requires significant travel, and the successful candidate must be available for deployment to project sites for durations of 1-2 weeks up to several months at a time at sites that may be remote in location. Traveling construction engineers are granted regular rotations home, typically every 2 weeks, and are not restricted in how to use vacation time, though time away from a project must be coordinated with the project team to ensure proper coverage. Travel costs are reimbursed via per diem or submitted expense reports, depending on project specific requirements or limits.

The Construction Manager/Engineer will oversee all onsite operations and be responsible for implementing BC’s safety and quality programs, to develop and manage project schedules, to manage and coordinate with subcontractors, to manage risk, to review subcontractor pay applications, as well as to track production, change management, submittals, and RFIs, etc. BC seeks a candidate that understands the importance of completing these tasks in service of delivering projects to completion in a timely and profitable manner.

The Construction Manager/Engineer has the responsibility to collaborate with the project director, project engineer, and project manager and is responsible for keeping them fully informed of the field status of the project. This position will direct all subcontractors on the project and is expected to take a leadership role in training and mentoring and assist, as necessary, with project initiatives requiring their field expertise. This position shall also act as a liaison between the BC design team members and subcontractors in the fields to efficiently resolve issues which may arise during construction. Between field assignments, this position will conduct training and assist with office-based project management tasks.

Responsibilities 

• Conduct quality control and assurance inspections and report on findings. 
• Coordinate and oversee non-conformance reporting and closeout. 
• Coordinate contractor or subcontractor activities and ensure adherence to project plans. 
• Define project scopes and objectives. 
• Monitor project progress and provide detailed reports to stakeholders. 
• Monitor project schedules and ensure adherence to timelines. 
• Assist with complex RFIs and provide accurate responses. 
• Implement change management processes and communicate changes effectively. 
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. 
• Coordination of health and safety requirements to ensure the project meets company safety requirements.  
• Oversee contractor or subcontractor punch list activities to meet project closeout requirements. 
• Reporting of subcontractor and vendor budget performance and change management. 
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

 Mentorship  

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Proficient in construction management and project management techniques and practices. 
• Strong skills in managing contractor or subcontractor activities, monitoring progress, and managing schedules.
• Excellent understanding of scope definition and ability to manage changes effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Basic understanding of contracts. 
• Ability to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.

Experience 

• Typically, a minimum of 5 years of related work experience in construction management or related field. 

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of increasing responsibility and experience overseeing and managing various construction practices including but not limited to heavy civil work, industrial and municipal water, electrical, process mechanical, remediation, etc.
• Experience with project scheduling (P6, MS Project) and construction management systems (Procore).
• Experience developing project cost estimating.
• Experience overseeing installation of electrical systems such as SCADA/I&C hardware/software.
• Experience performing operations and maintenance activities and troubleshooting of plant processes.
• Experience with the startup and commissioning of plant processes and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of construction practices involved with major wastewater construction projects.
• Candidate will have strong verbal/written communication skills and ability to work well both independently and on a team.
• Candidate must have a current and valid driving license and good driving record.
• Experience interfacing with project stakeholders such as owner, regulators, and other third-party stakeholders.
• Ability to assist with business development and marketing teams, as necessary, to pursue new work opportunities.
• Knowledge of standard professional software such as MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Education 

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field or equivalent experience is required. 

Preferred Education

• BS Degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, etc.), Environmental Science, Geology, or related.
• Current Water Treatment Operator Certification or Current Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification/License preferred,.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and current 8-hour refresher certification.
• Experience utilizing construction management software such as Procore, Fulcrum, and FieldMaps.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.  

Location A: $85,000 - $116,000
Location B: $94,000 - $128,000
Location C: $102,000 - $140,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter. 

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. 

About Brown and Caldwell  

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.  

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.   

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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