Construction Manager
Wood PLC

Job Info

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Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Construction Manager with experience in the process and chemicals industry. The successful candidate will be based in Houston, TX with the ability to travel to client sites as required, including Geismar, LA.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT assures the quality and integrity of each project, bringing projects in on schedule and within budget. Using in-house construction management procedures and experience, provide continuity and consistency of construction management with quality assurance and reliable control.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables
• Supervises all areas on small projects and / or a subset / discipline on larger projects
• Responsible for management and execution of multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company's operating policies and principles.
• Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned disciplines / subset of on site construction.
• Management of installation, commissioning and completion activities of materials and equipment.
• Coordinates field personnel work schedules to maximise utilisation and ensure work is delivered on schedule
• Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirments.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned discipline / subset of on site construction. Utilise Commercial processes to capture variations effectively
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, accommodation and other project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures
• Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required
• Works with engineering in the design phases to influence the design for optimum
  constructability

Working Relationships:

• Internal: contractors / subcontractors, construction management, field personnel, HSEQ, project controls,project management
• External: may interact with client on a tactical level

Level of Influence & Decision Making Authority:

• Coordinates and supervises operational delivery of a moderate sized team of site construction personnel, does not have ongoing line management responsibilit
• Work is performed under general direction and is reviewed for conformance with policies and general efficiency. Receives limited supervision.
• Actions and decisions typically have a significant influence on the medium-term operational and financial results of a project and some influence on the longer-term results. Line management of small team.

Skills / Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Typically minimum qualified to ISCED Level 5 (technical diploma / apprenticeship) or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Appropriate level of field construction experience, typically gained through a minimum of 10
  years of post-qualification experience in a relevant industry

Personal attributes:

• Well organised, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Display both good judgment and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with timelines/targets.
• Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required.
• Excellent interpersonal organisational, communication and team building skills.
• Role model Wood's values & behaviours

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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