Job Overview:
The Senior Manager Construction (OnsCon) is tasked with the development of departmental plans, including business, production, and/or organizational priorities. The role requires multi-disciplinary expertise and the ability to understand the industry to achieve financial and operational objectives. The Senior Manager Construction (OnsCon) manages multiple related teams, sets their organizational priorities, and allocates the appropriate resources. They must be able to identify and resolve a range of complex technical, operational, and organizational problems. The Senior Manager Construction (OnsCon) directly impacts business results by supporting and function-specific projects, products, services, and/or technologies, and developing policies and plans.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Lead the team to deliver a successful project
Responsible for execution of the construction plan at the job site including all construction activities and changes to the plan as required and to meet schedule and cost goals of the project
Responsible for formulating a competent construction execution plan
Responsible for safety, quality, client interface, construction operations, cost, and schedule, which includes the major risk component - labor productivity
Takes the lead as front-line business manager
Actively participate in the development of a construction HSSE culture that makes safety and environmental awareness a natural part of the job
Implement the Mobilization
Provide constructability input during design
Develop a construction organizational plan commensurate with the requirements of the Project Documents and sells the Project Execution Plan to Management
Visit sites for pending projects and evaluate site conditions and extraordinary requirements
Ensure each direct report has a full understanding of the Project Execution Plan and other information pertinent to construction execution,
Accountable for the functional direction, coordination, and performance of all on-site construction operations and support departments including field management, quality, safety, material management, procurement, construction engineering, human resources, business services, industrial relations, and facility turnover
Maintain plan alignment by continuously assessing the evolving project and updating the Plan, and communicating and reinforcing construction requirements within the project team
Coordinate and interface with others as required to execute the construction plan and assure that labor, equipment, and materials are available to support the construction effort
Assure that construction work is performed within the budget and schedule constraints of the project
Assure accuracy of field estimates and schedules
Resolve problems Assures construction procedures are implemented
Control change/scope creep, ensuring that all scope changes are quickly and properly documented, and that change orders are approved prior to the performance of work
Review the contractual commitments of contractors including cost, quality, and schedule and verify their field activities
Monitor and control cost, schedule, progress, and productivity including analyzing deviations and taking action to correct negative trends
Analyze site business interruption risks
Advise management of developments that could affect project profit, schedule, costs, client relations, and interdepartmental or inter-divisional relations
Provide the approval and implementation of the Construction Quality Management Plan
Develop the project schedule with the project team
Approve and release to the appropriate personnel, change orders resulting from requests for extra work by the client or in-house requests, whenever such work is not included in the original contracted budget and scope of work
Maintain a chronological record of the project history by having the minutes of meetings and telephone conversations written
Confirm in writing all significant instructions given to the project team or received from Client
Manage weekly project status and safety meetings
Develop an atmosphere of open and honest communication between MDR and Owner, with the goal of excellence in customer relationships
Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams
Essential Qualifications and Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent on-the-job experience
Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in industrial construction projects with knowledge of Construction Planning
Prior experience on a construction site, involved with work planning activities including a high level of knowledge and experience with the implementation of detailed work planning processes and procedures
Knowledge of AWP as a project management methodology and familiarity with all phases of a project lifecycle
Strong communication and presentation skills, ability to convey complex concepts
Advanced MS Office skills, specifically with Excel and Access
Implementation and Management of MDR procedures and standards
Experience in leadership positions and ability to influence others at a professional level
Advanced understanding of construction sequencing and construction techniques
Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines, troubleshoot, and resolve issues
Energetic with a positive and enthusiastic disposition, possessing a can-do attitude
Respected for uncompromising integrity, work ethic, and professionalism
Understand organizational structures for all roles that coincide with WorkFace Planning
Should clearly understand contract requirements
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