Job Details

Provide overall on-site administrative and technical management on construction projects. Co-partner with the Project Manager, working together to resolve issues with budgets, trade partners, suppliers, RFIs, and schedules to ensure jobs are completed on time and of the highest quality. Manages and maintains Petra Safety program ensuring that all work installed meets specified quality standards. Act as the leader and manager of all construction work that occurs within the contracted scope of the project, whether by other Petra TEAM members, contracted trade partners or vendors, or workers contracted directly with the client.

This is a full-time traveling position. Petra will provide rotations home every three weeks, and or as the projects allow. The jurisdiction for this travel extends throughout the states for which Petra is licensed (ID, UT, MT, WA, OR, CO, WY).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Be a leader and a positive role model as an ambassador to the community by living PETRA's Culture and Petra's Core Values. Further the advancement of OUR Vision and Mission Statements.
• Partner with the Project Manager to clearly understand project objectives and metrics of success, communicate them to the Project TEAM, and ensure they are met.
• Schedule and facilitate regular coordination meetings with trade partners and vendors, planning the work to occur, resolving conflicts, and holding trade partners and vendors accountable for commitments.
• Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Includes interfacing with client representatives, suppliers, local jurisdictions, and other contractors.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise onsite functions (scheduling, inspections, engineering, material control, and may provide day-to-day direction of onsite team members, etc.).
• Supervise craft employees and/or other contractors as required by the contract.
• Communicate with the owner while on-site (always coordinating official responses with the Project Manager) and navigate challenges in a way that maintains strong relationships.
• Participate in regular owner-architect-contractor (OAC) meetings with the owner, design team, Project TEAM, and key partners.
• Maintain healthy and productive relationships with local city and municipal inspectors and partners.
• Responsible for quality assurance and quality control of all work performed onsite, whether through self-observation/verification, delegation, or managed oversight.
• May authorize and/or approve all onsite personnel assignments, purchase requisitions, rental equipment, temporary laborers, etc. to the extent allowed by PETRA Policy, Processes & Procedures.
• Provide technical assistance, interpretation of drawings, and recommended construction methods, as required.
• Develop and implement project specific procedures, working documents, standards, and schedules.
• Ensure all onsite personnel comply with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, etc.
• Document all violations, notify project management, and recommend/implement corrective actions as required.
• Assume responsibility for productivity of trades, efficient use of materials & equipment, and contractual performance of the work scope.
• Provide project documentation, daily reports, and pictures to record appropriate levels of progress.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum eight (7) years' experience in general contracting construction management. Experience as an Assistant Superintendent is preferred. Bachelor's degree with concentration in construction management is desired OR any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties (required).
• Must have completed three (3) to five (5) commercial construction projects.
• Must have a strong understanding of contracts with clients, subcontracts with trade partners and vendors, and be able to efficiently navigate them to determine Petra requirements and obligations.
• OSHA 10-hour and CPR/first aid certification required either initially or upon hire.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (equipment and methods) including but not limited to craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations, engineering, cost control schedules, and safety.
• Must be competent utilizing technology including but not limited to project management software (Procore, preferred), Bluebeam, MS Project, P6 and MS Office Suite including SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted construction processes such as requests for information, submittals, change order management, and project execution.
• Must apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance with thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards, and their impact on project activities.
• Must be organized, reliable, punctual, and be able to work in a team-oriented atmosphere while maintaining confidentiality.
• A proven self-starter with the ability to manage and maintain timelines and deadlines.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to clearly understand and champion company mission and values that TIES us all together.
• Work in a combined group as a Team, contributing toward achievement of a common goal.
• Stay committed to providing high quality service and excellence through Integrity and ethical principles.
• Surpass ordinary standards and requirements to exceed expectations delivering E
• Embrace, advance and promote Safety as a Core Value, including mental and physical safety, creating a culture where work is performed safely or not at all; there is no compromise.
• Ability to collaborate with various departments and personnel at various levels of management and of diverse personalities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to be polite and helpful when communicating verbally or in written form.
• Positive attitude toward co-workers, the workplace, and the tasks of the job showing respect for others and respect for individual differences.
• Command of leading self and leading others
• Exhibit high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence, mentor and guide others to develop and grow talent.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to travel as required up to 75% by auto, plane or train.
• Working around machinery with moving parts.
• Must be able to see with close/distance/peripheral vision, depth perception, and can focus.
• At times, when on a job site, the employee may be exposed to conditions that include weather such as heat and/or humidity and cold, fumes or airborne particles, exposure to dust, and moving mechanical parts.
• There may be occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Conditions can also include risk of electrical shock or vibration.
• Walking or climbing stairs.
• Job requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Successfully pass a Background Check
• Authorize pre-employment and annual Motor Vehicle Records Check
• Pass a pre-employment Drug Screen

Note: This job announcement reflects core areas of accountability and may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job description. Upon hire candidates will receive a full job description which includes a more extensive account of job responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.