Construction Specialist

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: Generally responsible for total delivery of services safely, on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations. Work at this level requires extensive progressive experience in construction management and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To

• Familiarity with and utilizing department standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a task.
• Extensive knowledge of safety requirements, with a commitment to a zero accidents environment. Ability to ensure contractor’s activities are planned and executed with safety first. Responsible for the safe performance of all contractor’s on assigned projects.
• Validating professional service and construction estimates at the beginning of a project, and then tracking changes as the project progresses.
• Reviewing and approving all deliverables.
• Extensive knowledge of scope and deliverables. Initiating timely change notices when deviation is made from scope, affecting schedule, deliverables or cost of the work.
• Planning and organizing the work of the project team. Communicating the plan to the team, project leadership and the client.
• Maintaining control of the project by tracking and maintaining discipline performance budget progress, schedule commitments and quality standards. Understanding and utilizing the project tools in place for project control.
• Consulting with design leaders, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality of technical contractual activities on one or more projects of various sizes.
• Promoting continued relationships with clients.
• Field construction efforts, design phase services and all subcontracting as well as participating in all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• Providing on-site assistance during startup.
• Coordinating work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.
• Consulting with design leaders to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
• Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for input.
• Reviewing construction specifications.
• Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Participating in the planning of training programs, continuing education opportunities and professional development of staff.
  
  

Ideal Background

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.

Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 15 years of relevant industrial construction management experience.

• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex construction management.
• Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
• Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
• Ability to handle stress with poise.
• Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.
  
  

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.