Construction Manager Representative

Job Title

Construction Manager Representative

Location

Gatlinburg, TN 37738 US (Primary)

Category

Construction Management

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Security Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance, HSPD-12

Job Description

Founded in 1990, award winning AFG Group, Inc. provides a full range of program, project and construction management services to our clients - from project planning, definition, design, and construction, through commissioning, relocation, and move-in.

Recognized as an ENR Top 100 CM Firm, AFG's portfolio includes Healthcare & Laboratories, Federal & Public Agencies, Courts & Criminal Justice, and Education markets. Clients include the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), General Services Administration (GSA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and various state/local agencies served through AFG's nationwide offices and locations. We continue to do what AFG does best: helping owners and users solve facility-related problems.

Construction Manager Representative

The Construction Manager will provide design and construction management support for projects up to $2.5M from start to finish. Projects could be a wide variety of work including facility upgrades, renovations, etc. Examples of projects include HVAC upgrades, fire alarm upgrades, small interior renovations, etc. Work will primarily be in an office environment, however, work will also be on a variety of construction sites both interior and exterior.

Duties may include:

• Coordinate with customers to establish requirements;
• Support the development of the Program of Requirements (POR);
• Conduct design reviews;
• Review the Design Intent Drawings (DiDs) for scope accuracy;
• Review the Construction Drawings (CDs) for scope, technical accuracy, constructability and bid ability;
• Perform value engineering reviews;
• Participate in weekly progress meeting;
• Prepare meeting agendas and meeting minutes;
• Review project submittals;
• Prepare government cost estimates;
• Prepare written scopes of work;
• Prepare and update the project schedule;
• Set up and maintain job files;
• Prepare and update the project budget;
• Review cost proposals and change orders;
• Perform substantial completion inspection;
• Provide technical review support;
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFI's);
• Maintain logs of all construction documents.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience. The CMR shall possess the following qualifications:
• educational and professional qualifications in Engineering, Architecture or Historic Preservation in addition to Construction Management.
• project experience on buildings that follow The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
• experience on construction projects that are similar in scope, magnitude and complexity outlined in the project description, especially on projects with high visibility and historic significance near existing facilities, urban environment and involving public visitation and park operations.

• Technological knowledge. The CMR shall possess:
• the abilities such as, but not limited to, utilizing the PC and accessing the internet to perform technological responsibilities such as the CM software management requirements; facilitation of on-line meetings; cost estimating and scheduling software; ability to use Word, Excel, Adobe PDF, MS Project, MS Teams, Oracle Primavera Project and any other systems typically utilized for construction management services.

• Technical abilities. The CMR shall possess:
• the ability to read, interpret and understand the Construction Contract and associated Plans and Specifications for the described construction work so that the CMR can observe, document and confirm conformance to the contract, plans and specifications, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-hour construction safety training, knowledge in construction practices including applicable building codes, applicable safety regulations, ability to perform pre-inspections, inspections during construction and post inspections, ability to inspect mock-ups.
• the ability to develop cost estimates for construction modifications. Estimates shall be broken down at a minimum to labor, equipment, materials, overhead and profit.
• the ability to evaluate contractor proposals broken down to the level of labor, equipment, materials, overhead and profit.
• the ability to define and document scope changes either required by the owner or a result of a differing site condition.
• the ability to understand and document negotiations between the Government and Construction firm for the technical scope requirements, labor, equipment, material, overhead and profit.
• the ability to read and interpret the construction schedule to evaluate and document progress.
• the ability to evaluate payment requests as they relate to percentages/dollars/activities - services received by the Government that can be paid for.
• the ability to facilitate weekly progress meetings (or other meetings) and develop complete, concise meeting minutes.

• Other requirements. The CMR shall:
• have no conflicts of interest, i.e. family members or stock with the associated construction firm.
• not disclose any information that is procurement sensitive.
• maintain ethical behaviors and practices.
• be responsible for coordinating Construction Contractor's efforts with the clients daily operations.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Occasionally crawling, bending, stooping, climbing, and accessing confined spaces.
• Occasionally moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Occasionally remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Occasional low and high temperatures due to working outside during all seasons, along with elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Occasional noise while on construction sites.

Benefits

As an employee, you could be eligible for:

• Competitive Industry Pay
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Flex Time
• Bonus plans
• Professional Learning and Membership Incentives
• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 100% Company-Paid Disability & Group Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Employer Match
• New Parent Leave
• Relocation Assistance
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits

Qualified applicants at AFG Group, Inc. must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and must meet client security requirements. Positions requiring security clearance are open to U.S. citizens only.

AFG Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Salary Range

100-120k

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.