Mgr - Construction at Matthews International in Los Angeles, CA

Job description

The Mgr – Construction will be responsible for organization, implementation, scheduling and overall completion and acceptance of construction projects. Oversee and direct construction project from conception to completion, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction. Manage the planning, materials, building, and budget of a construction projects; and negotiates and provides cost estimates. Oversee all onsite and offsite construction to monitor compliance with building codes, safety regulations and plans. Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors including writing subcontracts and purchase orders. Meet contractual conditions of performance. Select and oversee the work of specialized contractors and employees, and ensures work is delivered on time and on budget with the utmost quality. Report on status and progress of project and budget matters to management and/or clients. Plan ahead to prevent problems, and resolve any emerging issues, delays, emergencies, etc. Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses. Analyze, manage and mitigate risks both for the company as well as workers on site. Select appropriate construction methods and strategies; and schedules and coordinates construction processes so that projects meet design specifications. Mentor, coach, train and develop team. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field. 5+ years progressive construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+ years in a leadership role. Routine travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required. High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications including Microsoft Project (scheduling software) Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning). Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts related to construction. Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients. Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting. Osha 30 and competent person training; preferred. Bi-lingual (Spanish/English); preferred. Procore or Project Management Software; preferred. PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see. Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.