Project / Construction Manager (Water Reservoirs) - Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

About Vanir

Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. 

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Executes complex assignments relating to planning, estimating, scheduling, bid preparation, project and construction management related to water and wastewater infrastructure including transmission pipelines; reservoirs, dams, pumps, and water/wastewater treatment systems.

The candidate will have project and construction management experience and/or expertise in one or more of the following:

• Water and Wastewater conveyance systems
• Water and Wastewater treatment systems
• Reclaimed/Recycled water transmission, distribution and storage
• Water reservoirs, dams, outlet towers, spillways, berms, levees and canals
• Hydro pump and generation stations
• Groundwater Management Programs

As a Project/Construction Manager and on behalf of a client, the candidate will manage and administer all aspects of a successful water and wastewater project, which may include:

• Assisting in the constructability review of water and/or wastewater project plans and specifications including evaluation and detailed design of water and wastewater treatment plants, pump plants, water reuse systems, distribution systems, conveyance, storage, and pipeline projects.
• In accordance with owner’s established guidelines, developing project's processes, specific procedures and required documentation necessary for the project's success.
• Providing professional services as client representative in roles of project and construction management to ensure that projects are constructed on schedule, on budget and in accordance with project contract documents.
• Duties shall include, but not limited to coordinating and administering compliance, and processing requests for information, submittals, invoices, billing, grant requirements, change orders, schedules, estimates and work plans through project completion and commissioning.
• Coordinating and ensures proper and timely communication between all stakeholders.
• Assisting California Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) in ensuring work is being done in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinating structural, hydrologic, hydraulic, and geotechnical evaluations.
• Ensuring the project team adheres to all safety regulations.
• Developing long term relationships with clients through professional representation.
• Assisting in marketing business opportunities with clients through awareness, needs assessment and in the preparation of RFP/RFQ responses.
• Participating in local professional organizations.
• Successfully interfacing with multi-disciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, contractors, inspectors, public officials, and the general public.
• Mentoring.
• Presentations to municipal boards and city councils.
• Work with local and state regulatory agencies for project permitting, funding, etc.
• Substantial presence on project sites.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent is required (Extensive relevant project management experience in place of education may be considered) 

• Candidates must have at least 12 years of project and construction management experience in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, reservoirs, dams, and conveyance pipelines.

• Strong communication, technical writing and time-management skills are required.

• Thorough understanding of contracts, documents, drawings, and specifications and applied experience in the areas of project accounting, cost, administrative, and personnel interaction in professional settings.

• Proficient and experience in various project delivery methods.

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, and experience with project control related systems such as Prolog and Primavera.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (or successful completion of Engineer-in-Training examination).

• Project, construction management and inspection experience.

• Relevant contractor experience.

• CMAA, Project Management, DBIA, LEED, Envision or other relevant credentials.

• Local experience within California.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $115,000-$145,000.

Benefits

Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.

How to Apply

If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.

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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com

Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.

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