Principal Construction Manager

OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Project Construction Manager - A to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken,South Carolina.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage construction projects and maintenance activities on multiple moderately complex multi-million dollar projects from conceptual design to completion with primary responsibility for safety, quality, schedule and cost,
• Manage a dedicated construction organization to ensure that project and maintenance activities are completed for the customer safely, on schedule, within budget and at the appropriate quality level,
• Contacts supervisors daily to provide management direction and receive feedback,
• Provide concise and accurate presentations to internal and external customers regarding construction status, including complex technical, organizational and financial issues,
• Conduct considerably complex analysis of problems involving construction activities. Develop innovative alternative action strategies enabling the early achievement of milestones,
• Perform risk analyses and provide decision authority for defining and approving corrective actions and establishing priorities,
• Ensure that construction efficiency is optimized by providing efficient construction input and involvement in projects throughout the conceptual design phases, construction, turnover and the completion phases of each project,
• Manage established costs, schedule and technical baselines and provide effective management of project staff and matrix personnel to control baselines,
• Manage professional and nonexempt employees to include career development, motivation, performance review and salary administration,
• Foster a "team concept" when interfacing with Operations, the Department of Energy, other departments and divisions and attend scheduled and unscheduled meetings, provide reports, status construction activities and identify, address and resolve complex problems.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 13 - 15 years of practical experience in construction,
• In-depth knowledge of construction, cost and scheduling, subcontract administration and the ability to develop or evaluate construction strategies and techniques,
• An associate degree and 15 - 17 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent,
• A high school diploma and 17 - 19 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and project planning the tactical level would be ideal, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction management and construction subcontracts,
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience on DOE sites and programs,
• Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred,
• Experience with large construction projects and working with DOE/NNSA,
• Working knowledge of CAD and/or SmartPlant software,
• Multifaceted in all construction disciplines.

LOCATION

• Aiken, South Carolina,
• Work Schedule: Mon-Thu 7 am - 5:30 pm,
• Onsite: 100% onsite. Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.