Construction Manager

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for performing technical and supervisory work assigning, coordinating and evaluating Construction Supervisors', Inspectors', and Survey Party assignments. Oversees a wide variety of public capital construction and rehabilitation projects, resolves major or complex related issues, coordinates projects and activities between various divisions, departments and staff. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at anytime for any reason.

Work Location

10303 Toolyard (Northeast Service Center) Bldg 2, San Antonio, Texas 78233

Work Hours

7:45 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday- Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises Construction Supervisor and Senior Construction Inspectors to ensure compliance of assigned Public Works projects.
• Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development; recommends disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with the City of San Antonio's Personnel Rules and Regulations.
• Visits project sites to monitor progress, observes the quality of work, ensure compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents and respond to questions and inquiries.
• Observes work in progress to address major or complex problems not normally handled by subordinates to ensure that plans, specifications and contract documents are followed; ensures materials used conform to specifications during construction.
• Ensures that proper safety and traffic control procedures are followed.
• Provides leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving the department's and the City's mission, objectives, and core values.
• Participates in the selection of Construction Inspections Staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Establishes schedules and methods for providing construction inspection services; identifies resource needs; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.
• Reviews inspection reports completed by subordinates to ensure documentation is complete and action taken is proper; prepares and presents oral and written reports; maintains records and documents activities; provides field support to subordinates or performs field inspections and investigations when unusual problems arise; performs quality control inspections and plan reviews.
• Ensures preparation of final inspection punch lists and coordinates the final acceptance processes with City staff and others; prepares completion notices and final payments.
• Coordinates and assists with organizational performance review studies to improve the utilization of staff and other organizational resources.
• Coordinates and prepares reports and correspondence in response to requests from management teams or other departments.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience in construction projects management/inspections or supervisory experience in a construction related field.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years' experience in field construction inspection activities.
• Extensive knowledge of highway, bridge, facilities or rail construction practices and procedures.
• Ability to prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations concerning construction issues.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain project records.
• Survey experience is a plus

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of project review and inspection procedures, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of construction material testing procedures, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of project inspections procedures, methods, and practices.
• Knowledge of construction project engineering practices, methods, and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic budgeting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of change order process/management negotiations.
• Knowledge of evaluating/reviewing schedules.
• Knowledge of daily logs/construction inspections documents.
• Ability to determine acceptance/rejection of work.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Proficient in operating a personal computer and utilizing available software (Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Ability to coordinate and assist review of as-built documents and project close-out.
• Ability to develop plans, procedures, and policies related to construction project monitoring inspection/management.
• Ability to review construction engineering plans and specifications for constructability.
• Ability to evaluate cost proposals/material cost as it relates to change orders.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.