What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steel Construction Manager position at C.D. Smith?
SUMMARY
The Steel Construction Manager will be responsible for ensuring consistent steady work for our ironworker staff along with growing this business sector. In addition will oversee and coordinate various steel construction projects from conceptual estimating through project completion of all our steel scopes of work including Reinforcing Steel, Post Tensioning, Precast Erection, Structural Steel, Miscellaneous Metals, Mass Timber Erection, or any other specialty work claimed by the ironworker's union. Primary responsibilities will be Project Management, Estimating, Sales, and Supply Chain Management as outlined below.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General Duties:
* Build relationships with local fabricators, suppliers, and construction management firms to ensure we have the opportunities for steady, consistent work for our ironworker staff.
* Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
* Participate in industry conferences and trade events as required.
* Participation in recruitment and career fairs as required.
* Research and Test new Technology to help aid the efficiency of the field.
* Build relationships with Ironworker Unions
* Upholds our American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) certification program. Manages and trains Quality Control Inspectors (QCI) within the organization to ensure compliance and consistency throughout the organization.
* Manages the AISC Quality Control Process including initial kickoff meetings, certifications, surveys, tolerances, tracking field installation inspection guide, welding procedures, audits, sequence turnover process, and closeout process.
Preconstruction:
* Provides leadership and relationship management in the initial planning stage of the steel scope by collaborating with fabricators, suppliers, construction managers, clients, architects, engineers, union officials, or other involved parties.
* Solicits bids from Fabricators & Suppliers. Review proposals, award purchase orders and Procures steel materials for projects.
* Manages the Bidding and Preconstruction/ Procurement Process for fabricator selection to ensure materials arrive on site when needed.
* Complete quantity takeoffs and compile estimates for steel scope of work.
* Meets all deadlines for estimates, proposals, and scope completion for Conceptual Estimating / Budgeting and Hard Bid Estimating
* Prepares and submits steel scope budget estimates and regularly communicates with internal estimating and project management teams.
* Ensures steel scope of the project adheres to the budget and, when unexpected complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary adjustments.
* Participates in contract negotiations with construction managers, fabricators, or suppliers regarding the steel scope of work.
* Manages the submittal process ensuring constructability is in line with a safe and productive erection process.
* Can provide constructability review of connection details to ensure efficiency.
* Supervises each fabricator and any steel subcontractors we may have to ensure that the work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications. Conducts QC inspections in the fabricator shop.
* Manages procurement schedules with fabricators.
* Delivery schedules and logistics coordination.
* Working with Ironworker Superintendents to Develops the initial schedule for steel activities.
* Works with internal project teams to develop sequencing, procurement schedules, and construction schedules for self-performed steel work.
* Works with the crane manager to develop crane & rigging plans for each project
* Reviews and procures bracing, rigging, and crane selection.
* Manages the stability engineering and required submittals to be incorporated into the overall sequence plan.
* Work with the Ironworker Superintendent and Safety Director to provide site specific safety plans regarding steel erection.
Construction:
* Coordinates first deliveries and manages first delivery inspections for steel materials along with documenting / auditing proper mill & bolt certifications.
* Manage any fabrication issues that may arise.
* Collaborates with internal ironworker staff, construction managers, fabricators and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.
* Manages and leads actions / recovery schedules that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
* Manages productivity and trend charting to compare estimated hours vs projected / actual hours.
* Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite.
Closeout:
* Manages / Tracks / Adjusts Productivity Rates
* Submits lessons learned for all projects after ironwork is complete.
* Participates in project closeout meetings as requested.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Structural Engineering required or equivalent field experience.
* 10 years of large-scale commercial construction experience required.
* Certified Welder preferred or Willingness to participate in Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) training.
* Post Tensioning Institute (PTI) Level 1 Unbonded PT Installation Certification or willingness to participate in this certification.
* Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Certified Field Auditor (CFA) and Certified Company Auditor (CCA) Certification or willingness to participate in this certification.
* Experience with Steel Detailing.
* Experience inside an active steel fabrication shop.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, AutoCAD, Revit, Assemble, OnScreen Takeoff, Revisto, Tekla, Design Data SDS/2 Detailing, Bluebeam, and Scheduling Software (Microsoft Project and/or Oracle Primavera Cloud).
* Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
* Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
* Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
* Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and steel/precast/rebar/post tensioning shop drawings.
* Ability to travel to project work sites.
C.D. Smith is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. Unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics will not be tolerated.