Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary:

The Construction Manager (CM), is an excellent opportunity for someone having experience in managing the construction programs/projects for the infrastructure, maintenance, reliability, and growth in a Chemical Plant or Refinery setting.

The successful candidate will be adept at driving a portfolio of multiple projects in execution/construction phase, with an eye for managing cost, scope, schedule, and internal reporting requirements. He/ She will use their strong organizational savvy and relationship building skills to influence both internal and external resources, producing tangible results.

Under broad direction from the Director, Capital Projects this individual has the responsibility, accountability, and authority to manage the construction of all projects and turnover to operations team and partner with project managers to achieve project objectives.

Come join us! This is an opportunity to truly make an impact on the current and future success of the organization and have your impact recognized. Our culture is one of engagement, commitment, collaboration, trust, and delivering results.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• The construction manager has the overall accountability for the management and administration of in-house construction contractor and contracts of all projects construction

• The Construction Manager develops and leads the construction management work processes, demonstrates competency with directing teams, staffing, hiring, planning and construction execution on their assigned projects

• The CM has the primary accountability to ensure that construction of all capital projects meet the EHSS, quality, schedule, and cost requirements

• This role lead the construction discipline and serve the construction program manager

• Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in construction job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines

• Facilitates safety and constructability reviews on all projects

• Champion the use of construction safety best practices and drive to a zero-incident safety culture on all projects

• Knowledge on all life critical standards and able to plan construction activities based on these requirements.

• Leads the construction management staff on all projects in construction phase, including visible, proactive leadership in all matters related to safety, quality, schedule and cost

• Develop construction management plans along with site construction contractor to identify construction resource needs /hiring plans for specific projects.

• Ensure that project budget reflects the plan and work with Capital portfolio managers/Project Mangers to find the resolution, if discrepancies arise

• Provide construction expertise and constructability reviews in the Front-End Loading (FEL) of a project to minimize construction costs through proper planning sessions and construction readiness assessments with project team.

• Knowledge with practice of construction work areas (CWA) and the installation Work Packages (IWP). Advocates use on projects for creating value.

• Provide inputs to the contract labor strategy – Lump Sum Vs Time and Material or a hybrid contract.

• Administer the construction contracts using construction management work process discipline.

• Strong knowledge in the application of construction change orders and contract administration. Experience Cost Management Tools for change orders, developing and implementing the construction work processes.

• Ability to manage multiple construction contract companies, deliver EHS performance, resolve claims and monitor/control labor costs.

• Ability to evaluate construction contractors, developing and establishing the construction KPIs, evaluate contractor schedules, for productivity and earned values (Earned Value Metrics/EVMs)

• Assist in the development of integrated schedules (engineering, construction, and Turnarounds). Ensure that construction schedules are met or that discrepancies are communicated timely to the management.

• Minimize start-up and operability issues using construction quality plans.

• Drives the utilization of construction Industry best practices on all projects and advocates for advance solutions and industry technology where it can add value, minimize construction cost, and improve safety in project executions.

• Facilitate and lead construction management or work improvement teams.

• Ability to lead a cross discipline team towards a common goal/objectives

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Ideal Background

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or Engineering related field from an accredited university required, Masters degree preferred.

Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 10+ years of relevant experience in construction management in either the Chemical and/or Refining industry. Experience must include time with operating/owner company. Experience in any field execution role with the responsibility of overseeing/management/supervising contractors

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in a Brown Field Projects

• Quality assurance experience within a Construction Management and experience in cost tracking and change management

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to interpret/read engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and additional project documents.

• Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.

• Demonstrate leadership skills- inspire others and lead them through influence.

• A self-starter who can identify, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks

• Able to work within an empowered team environment.

• A minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as power point and excel, and can learn new systems quickly.

• This is a day shift, but you must be able to work as demanded by critical projects.

• Possession of a TWIC card or eligibility to obtain a TWIC card required for this position

• A minimum requirement for this US Based position is the ability to work legally in the United States

• Last but not the least, experience managing construction for projects small $500M to $50MM

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.

• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.

• Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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