Civil Construction Manager - Systems - Hybrid in Newark, NJ
Job title: Civil Construction Manager - Systems - Hybrid in Newark, NJ at Armand Corporation
Company: Armand Corporation
Job description: Armand Corporation, an award-winning M/WBE Construction Management firm celebrating over 33 years in the industry, is seeking a full-time Construction Construction Manager for a federal construction project related to complex rail, transit, and other transportation projects in NY & NJ.The ideal candidate has 15+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on rail, transit, system, track, signals, traction power, installation, testing, and commissioning, as well as a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.If selected, candidates will need to provide digital proof of licensure and certification for all U.S.-based accolades, including academic degree, before time of interview. Information provided is handled with discretion and will be used purely for benefit of employment with various government agency clients and associated background checks.This position will be full-time, Hybrid. Candidates are expected to live in or near the New York metropolitan area.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee all phases of construction involving fire-protection and life-safety requirements for underground, surface, and elevated fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems, including stations, train ways, emergency ventilation systems, and communications and control systems associated with major ongoing civil construction projects.
- Ensure all field personnel act in accordance to project specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations, including conducting regular quality and safety inspections.
- Create and enforce construction schedules, budgets, and resource plans with emphasis on achieving project milestones and deliverables.
- Oversee the handling of all on-site materials including vendor supplies and excavation products; ensure proper disposal of hazardous or contaminated soil and materials.
- Discern areas of risk, and convey effective risk management strategies to mitigate potential project setbacks related to construction activities and environmental challenges
- Participate in update meetings to relay and address client and stakeholder concerns; prepare project progress reports to be discussed at meetings.
- Prioritize conflicting needs; handle matters expeditiously; and follow through on projects to successful completion.
- Other related duties and tasks as required
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on rail, transit, system, track, signals, traction power, installation, testing, commissioning, etc.
- Experience working with rail transit systems on tunnel projects Required.
- Experience with NFPA-130 regulations and guidelines Required.
- Experience with fire-protection and life-safety requirements for underground, surface, and elevated fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems, including stations, train ways, emergency ventilation systems, and communications and control systems Required.
- NJ Transit, MTA, or Amtrak safety training, is a plus but training will be provided, if required.
- Advanced certifications preferred (NICET, ACI, etc.)
- Ability to pass a TWIC and/or SWAC Background Check at High Level
- Valid drivers license may be required depending on site location
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must be fluent in English (both written and spoken)