Construction Manager, Bond Programs
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) · Houston, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Houston, TX
Job highlights
- Oversee construction projects ensuring contract compliance.
- Manage inspection teams and coordinate stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress and document deviations.
- Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Assist with project close-out and claim evaluation.
About the role
Construction Manager, Bond Programs
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee bond program projects. This role involves ensuring contractor work adheres to contract documents, managing project timelines, and coordinating with various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Inspect contractor's work to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and approved changes.
- Issue non-compliance reports for deficient work and follow up until correction or acceptance.
- Assist with pre-construction efforts, including taking photos and videos.
- Support the Owner and Engineer with site investigations for differing conditions and Owner-initiated changes.
- Coordinate with Owner, Engineer, and Contractor to ensure required permits are obtained and compliant.
- Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain daily inspector photos.
- Monitor work progress, documenting delays in daily reports.
- Field verify installed quantities and assist with final quantity reconciliation.
- Inspect temporary erosion and storm water control measures for compliance.
- Attend and assist with progress and coordination meetings.
- Coordinate with testing labs, Owner, Engineer, and Contractor to ensure required tests and inspections are performed.
- Witness field and/or factory tests and document results.
- Assist with reviewing pay applications.
- Review Contractor's as-built drawings for accuracy and timeliness.
- Coordinate Contractor's work to minimize impacts on the Owner, public, and stakeholders.
- Assist with testing, startup, and commissioning of new systems.
- Assist in the project close-out process.
- Assist Owner and Engineer with evaluating Contractor claims.
- Proactively review contract documents and site conditions to identify potential problems and assist with developing solutions.
- Assist Owner and Engineer with evaluating constructability issues.
- Perform quantity take-offs of proposed and actual work.
- Review and evaluate testing lab reports, clarifying or revising as necessary.
- Assist the Engineer and testing lab in evaluating Contractor proposed concrete mix designs.
- Oversee the work product and performance of a construction inspection team (up to six inspectors) and supporting material testing staff.
- Schedule inspectors and testing labs based on project needs.
- Manage and maintain resources and training for the inspection team.
- Review and approve inspector timesheets and testing lab invoices.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in general civil, facility, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control, and specialty construction fields.
- Minimum of 5 years experience managing other inspectors.
- Expertise in all CSI divisions, vertical and horizontal construction.
- Proficiency in reading, understanding, and correlating plans and specifications.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
- Prior experience with large, capital improvement, public works projects involving multi-disciplined contractors.
- 10-hour OSHA safety course.
- 40-hour Supervisor course preferred.
- First Aid & CPR training preferred.
- ICBO, or equivalent, certification preferred.
- Prior supervisory/lead inspector experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, status, or local laws and to prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any of these factors. Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at 713-266-6900 or by email using peopleoperations@leoadaly.com. For more information about your rights under the law, see: Know Your Rights.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Management
- Project Oversight
- Contract Compliance
- Inspection Reporting
- Quantity Take-offs
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Risk Assessment
- Public Works Projects
- Construction Specifications
Skills & topics
- Construction Manager
- Bond Programs
- Project Management
- Civil Construction
- Facility Construction
- Mechanical Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Plumbing Systems
- Control Systems
- Specialty Construction
- CSI Divisions
- Public Works
- OSHA
- Inspector Management
- Quantity Take-off
- Microsoft Project
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 10+ years of civil/facility construction experience and 5+ years managing inspectors, using keywords like CSI divisions and project management.
- Showcase your expertise: Emphasize proficiency in reading plans/specifications and experience with large public works projects in your application.
- Obtain certifications: Mention any OSHA, ICBO, First Aid, or CPR certifications to demonstrate your commitment to safety and industry standards.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience managing teams, resolving complex construction issues, and ensuring compliance with contract documents.
Technical preparation
Review CSI divisions and construction methods.,Practice reading and correlating plans/specs.,Master Microsoft Project for scheduling.,Study common civil and facility construction issues.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you enforced compliance.,How do you handle contractor disputes?,Tell me about managing inspection teams.,How do you ensure project safety?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the minimum experience requirements for the Construction Manager role at LAN?
- The Construction Manager role at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. requires a minimum of 10 years of general civil, facility, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control, and specialty construction experience, with at least 5 years specifically managing other inspectors.
- What specific construction fields does LAN seek expertise in for this Construction Manager position?
- LAN seeks expertise across general civil, facility, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control, and specialty fields of construction for this Construction Manager role. A strong understanding of all CSI divisions is also required.
- Is it mandatory to have an OSHA 40-hour Supervisor course for the Construction Manager job?
- While a 10-hour OSHA safety course is required, the 40-hour Supervisor course is preferred but not mandatory for the Construction Manager position at LAN.
- What software proficiency is needed for the Construction Manager role at LAN?
- Candidates for the Construction Manager position at LAN need to be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project, as well as skilled in reading and correlating construction plans and specifications.
- Does LAN offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities for the Construction Manager role?
- Yes, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. You can contact Human Resources at 713-266-6900 or peopleoperations@leoadaly.com for assistance.
- What kind of projects has LAN typically managed with this Construction Manager role?
- This Construction Manager role typically involves large, capital improvement, public works projects that require coordination among multi-disciplined contractors, often related to bond programs.
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