Senior Construction Manager

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is currently seeking a Senior Construction Manager, in Los Angeles, to support a variety of projects in the transportation sector. Under the direction of the client, the CM performs a wide variety of work in either a field or office setting. This on-site supervisory staff is directly responsible for administration of construction contracts and reviews the work of resident engineers, contractors, and third parties in accordance with the applicable contracts documents. The CM will be responsible for on-site construction management activities and will be the primary point of contact with the contractor. The CM will review progress of the work to assure compliance with the contract documents. The CM assures appropriate measurement, and payments are made as necessary, and all project documentation is completed in accordance with client policies and procedures. Additionally, the CM is responsible to pro-actively review the contract documents to anticipate, identify, and assist with preparing change orders needed to resolve conflicts or recommend improvements.

The CM will administer the provisions of the contract while acting as a representative of client, and will perform tasks as directed by client, including but not limited to the following:

• Ensures safety of employees of all parties as well as the safety of the traveling public by observing contractors’ operations and traffic conditions, making recommendations, and taking corrective action when necessary
• Reviews of contractor operations for compliance with CAL OSHA regulations
• Coordinates with the contractor(s) for all construction activities on the Project
• Provides direction to Construction Management Support Services Consultant (CMSSC) staff to ensure complete, accurate and timely contract records, pertaining to construction progress, job expenditures, budget programs, and work order balances are maintained in accordance with State and Federal regulations and laws
• Confers with contractors regarding compliance with work progress, plans, contract terms and conditions, and quality of work.
• Supervises or performs construction assessments of contractor’s submittals and work to verify compliance with contract requirements.
• Supports and assists client’s Quality Management staff with the implementation of the Quality Management Oversight (QMO) Program
• Provides timely and pertinent review and input on all correspondences, submittals and other material provided by client.
• Supports and assists client’s Contract Administrator and team by providing timely and pertinent review of all changes, claims, Time Impact Analysis submittals, disputes and other contract modifications and interpretations.
• Prepares a daily diary and other reports, as well as reviews and incorporates the daily inspection reports from Construction Oversight Staff, in documenting the contractor(s) activities.
• Maintains accurate and complete project records and ensures compliance with client policies and procedures.
• Review calculations and documents field quantities for payment purposes.
• Documents as-built condition of constructed facilities
• Supports client in maintaining cost and schedule goals and commitments, implements project controls measures that provide real-time assessments of the project budget and schedule, and reports as required to client Executive leadership.
• Assists with preparing contract change orders to ensure proper completion or construction of the contract.
• Formulates, researches, and develops solutions for field conditions that necessitate a contract change order.
• Identifies the need for and supports preparation of contract-related documents for submission to the contractor.
• Supports and assists client’s Community Relations and Third-Party Department staff
• Cooperates with client’s Contract Compliance staff in the administration of DBE requirements.
• Elevates issues and disputes to the client which are beyond the authority of the Construction Managers and Construction Oversight Leads, in accordance with partnering principles.
• Fosters and champions a partnering approach to the projects

Candidate Specification

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or other related field
• At least 20+ years of experience in Construction Management of Large Complex Heavy Civil Engineering projects
• Approximately five (5) years of supervisory experience in the management of Major Construction Contracts
• Valid California Class C driver’s license
• Registration as a Professional Engineer, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) is desirable.
• Experience working on transportation projects that include tunnels, ports, underground and above ground stations, railroad infrastructure, bridges, roadways/highways and other heavy civil and remediation type work
• Ability to obtain Cal-OSHA/OSHA 30-Hr safety certification.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $150,000- $183,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.