Construction Manager

NewGround • Texas, Texas • 6h ago

At NewGround, we believe the right environment can change how people work, connect, and succeed. As a leading design and delivery firm, we partner with financial institutions, healthcare providers, and corporations to turn vision into reality. Our work is powered by clear communication, true collaboration, bold innovation, service-driven thinking, and a commitment to excellence, all centered in our defining core values. In the role, Construction Manager, you'll be a key contributor to that mission, helping shape projects, teams, and experiences that truly make a difference.

As part of this mission, the Construction Manager works alongside the Senior Project Manager to develop the project schedule in critical path steps and budget time required to meet deadlines. Inspect and review projects construction in progress to enforce compliance with plans, specifications, building and safety codes. Manage and maintain all project related documentation including OAC meetings, safety, cost reports, pay applications, allowances, procurement logs, scheduling, submittals, RFI's and quality control documents on projects. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing all project information pertaining to project budgets and schedule progress. Hold and document client and contractor meetings and communicate and schedule or cost impacts including developing strategies to maintain project schedule. Work directly with design and construction teams and the "Build" Team through the entire project construction process.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Strong ability to read and understand plans and specifications, comprehensive knowledge of commercial construction means, methods and best practices and related systems

Ability to schedule projects in "Critical Path" progression and budget time required to meet milestones and deadlines

Interpret and clarify plans and contract terms to subcontractors professionally

Assist in negotiating, drafting and award of subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders

Assist in generating and negotiating client generated change orders

Assist Program Director in developing project budgets, estimates and revenue forecasts for projects

Generate and manage all projects cost tracking reports

Evaluate Plans, specifications and related construction documents for "Constructability"

Work with contractors and superintendents to develop responses to mitigate weather or environmental delays

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Good leadership skills

Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word and Microsoft Project

Proficiency in ProCore, Acumatica, Microsoft Project preferred

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage all on site construction costs and documentation related activities, subcontractors and venders

Prepare purchase order and subcontract drafts for SPM approval

Purchase and schedule all long lead items

Obtain all project related permits and licenses from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ's)

Ensure SWPP and environmental requirements are met

Review and approve subcontractor and vendor pay requisitions and submit to SPM for final approval

Implement on site quality control and adherence to plans and specifications.

Proficient in developing project budget and schedule

Document project progress and update schedule for review

Complete and submit all field required reports and logs as required

Take all required project progress photos

Must be able to successfully manage budgets and schedules of project

Third party vendor coordination

Material testing and inspection coordination

Design team coordination RFI's, ASI's and submittals

Perform all other related work, as assigned or apparent

Project Lead

Must be able to lead on site construction project team

Ensure regular communications with SPM and Project team

Inform project team of design, cost or schedule related items

Maintain strong client relationship and communicate project status effectively

Coordinate with internal and external design teams

Construction quality control expert

Prepare reports for internal and external communications

Report project status to Program Manager as required

Complete Project punch list and close out procedures timely

Project Team

Participate in internal kick-offs/brainstorming project debriefs

Communicate with internal and external project team effectively

Support construction team as needed to ensure project success

Communicate design or material delivery issues to ensure no impact to schedule or cost

Report significant project related issues to Program Manager in a timely manner

EXPECTATIONS

Travel and relocation to project locations during construction is required

Communicate on a professional level

Maintain positive can-do attitude,

Must multi-task as required

Exceed Client expectations

Report project status to Client and Senior Project Manager

Ensure project completion on time and in budget

Self-Motivated and works well independently

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE PREREQUISITES

Bachelor's degree in construction related field is preferred; commensurate construction related experience will be considered.

5+ years of commercial construction experience in projects $10M+ is preferred

At NewGround, we believe in investing in our people. That commitment shows up in competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and company initiatives like our Sabbatical Program. We offer a collaborative, values-driven environment with a strong emphasis on volunteerism and community engagement, meaningful opportunities to shape the future of our industry, and supportive colleagues and leaders who are invested in your growth.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

Sabbatical program

Hybrid work schedule

Employee referral bonuses

NewGround International helps brands plan, design, and build innovative spaces that drive growth. With 100+ years of experience and an all-in-house team, we deliver Strategy, Design, Build, and Interiors from start to finish. Headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Chicago and Waterloo, Ontario.

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