Construction Manager 3

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At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Construction Manager Three (3) will aid and assist Project Management Staff and/or Senior Management Staff in the oversight of a variety of large and small building construction projects.  This role will also be responsible for completing and directing a variety of International Code Council (ICC) Chapter One Building Inspections, Chapter Seventeen Special Inspections, and/or Construction Materials Testing, Sampling, and/or Observation efforts. The Construction Manager 3 will aid in the oversight of project scheduling, testing and inspection scheduling, budgetary oversight, and quality assurance of the Contractor’s scope of work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Managerial and/or Technical Staff with Project related duties or activities.
• Work independently, with minimal managerial oversight.
• Observe, monitor, and/or inspect construction-related activities.
• Expeditiously prepare and accurately document daily construction-related activities observed and/ or data collected during observations and/or inspections.
• Have, and exhibit, a strong sense of understanding and knowledge related to construction activities, processes, building materials, equipment and systems, heavy equipment, applicable reference documents, Code compliance, and construction jobsite safety.
• Understand or exhibit an acceptable level of skill to properly navigate provided project related construction document(s); such as, construction drawing(s)/ construction plan(s), specification(s), submittal document(s), governing reference document(s), and provide clear and concise direction or recommendation(s).
• Demonstrate a professional, ethical, and resolute attitude on construction site(s)/ Project jobsite(s).
• Operate within specified corporate or project budget parameters.
• Assist in the preparation or negotiation of project specific budgets
• Aid in the resolution of construction-related issues/ problems encountered or found in the field or relevant project site, and report actions taken to the appropriate parties, stakeholders, and/or supervisor.
• Maintain and organize project documentation or prepared internal work product ensuring all documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Aid in the progression of established relationship(s) with Clients, Contractors, and Designers.
• Be able to confidently perform minor design-related and/ or construction-related calculations.
• Be able provide supplemental aid with training, mentorship, and/ or support of junior-level staff.
• Asist in the evaluation of staff performance and provide input to managerial staff.
• Aid in the arrangement of staff training for a variety of material testing, sampling, and/ or inspection tasks related to soils, aggregates, asphalt, concrete, grout, mortar, masonry, steel, fireproofing, building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, and/ or other various construction-related inspection tasks.
• Perform inspection(s) related to building components, foundations, slab-on-grade, slab-on-deck, reinforced concrete, steel, welding, bolting, masonry construction, and/ or other various building related inspections as required or necessary.
• Must be willing to, and able to, perform duties or responsibilities outside of normal business hours, such as nights, weekends, and/ or holidays; extended hours and overnight stays, to reflect the Contractor’s changing work schedule may be required.
• Be able to perform work away from, or outside of, a/the physical Office location.
• Be able to perform work outside of a 100-mile radius of the physical Office location and/or throughout South Carolina
• Assist in the analysis, preparation, or modification of reports, specifications, plans, schedules, for project(s) worked on.
• Serve as a responsible, trustworthy, accommodating, professional, and ethical on-site project representative.
• Attend, present, or aid in facilitating Client Meeting(s).
• Assist Project Management Staff or Senior Staff with the production of project budgets and technical deliverables, QA/QC reviews for project or task deliverables, technical and price proposals, communication and interaction with external and internal clients.
• Aid with marketing, business development, and expansion of KCI’s service offerings.
• Assist in the oversight of internal project schedules and budgets, as well as, quality assurance of internal work product.
• Position requires heavy lifting, working outside in a variety of conditions on a regular basis, and ability to perform work independently.
• Travel to construction site(s) throughout the State is an essential function of this position; a valid driver’s license is required and ability to pass a drug screening.
• Work effectively as a team member
• Possess and demonstrate ability to understand construction plans, specifications, and procedures.
• Possess the ability to read, write, and communicate fluently and effectively.
• Work effectively as a team member
• Be a reliable, trustworthy, ethical, and positive employee and role model for junior level staff.
• Valid driver's licenses to travel as needed to project sites, client meetings and growing the business.
• Have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to work with a diverse team.
• Experience with building upgrades, renovations, additions, alterations, and new construction are preferred.
• Knowledge of the construction process, quality control, quality assurance, scheduling, building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, etc.
• Ability to work with and help establish relationships with clients, contractors, and design professionals.

Ideal candidates will have, or the ability to successfully achieve within a period of six (6) to nine (9) months, any of the following certifications:

• International Code Council (ICC) Chapter One (1) Commercial Building Inspector Certification(s)
  • Master Code Professional
  • Certified Building Official
  • Commercial Building Inspector
  • Mechanical Inspector
  • Electrical Inspector
  • Plumbing Inspector
  • Fire Inspector
• International Code Council (ICC) Chapter Seventeen (17) Special Inspector Certification(s)
  • Structural Steel, Welding and Bolting
  • Concrete Construction
  • Masonry Construction
  • Soils
  • Spray-Applied Fireproofing
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification(s)
• State Specific/ South Carolina Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (SCLLR) Inspector Licensure/ Certification(s), such as:
  • Commercial Building
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Fire
  • Soils, Excavations, Fill
  • Shallow Foundations
  • Deep Foundations
  • Retaining Walls
  • Steel Frame
  • Structural Steel
  • Welding and High-Strength Bolting
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Pre-Stressed Concrete
  • Post-Tensioned Concrete
  • Pre-Cast Concrete
  • Masonry Structures
  • Fire-resistant Materials
  • Seismic Resistance
  • Smoke Control
  • Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification(s)
• Related or applicable field/ inspector certification(s), such as:
  • Nuclear Density Gauge Operator/ HAZMAT Certification
  • OSHA 10/ OSHA 30
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (ie: Word, Excel, Outlook)

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience with a high school diploma/GED or minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Ability to understand construction plans, specifications, and procedures.
• Possess the ability to read, write, and communicate fluently.
• Work effectively as a team member
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with various stakeholders.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.