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Location

Wellington, NZ

Clearance Level

Personnel are required to possess a Final Secret, Interim Top Secret, or Final Top Secret clearance. However, all employees must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance and sign a contingency agreement of employment with Acuity.

Primary Function
The Construction Manager will plan construction projects and oversee their progress along the way in a timely and cost-effective manner. The Construction Manager will be responsible for budgeting, organization, implementation and scheduling of the projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations
Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors
Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
Meet contractual conditions of performance
Review the work progress on daily basis
Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses
Analyses, manage and mitigate risks
Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
Undertake other duties as assigned by the Project Director/COR.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor's degree from a ABET accredited university in the field of Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field. If you are a certified Professional Engineer (PE), even better.
Must have (7) years' experience in construction project management with specific on-site construction experience across all phases of project delivery. Vertical construction experience is a huge plus.
Overseas experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Embassy construction program experience highly desired.
Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods.
Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
Familiarity with construction management software packages.
Ability to plan and see the "big picture".
Competent in conflict and crisis management.
Leadership and human resources management skills.
Strong organizational, communication and managerial skills, be self-motivated yet work effectively in teams and with senior management.
Active Secret clearance and must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance. If you already have an Active Top Secret clearance, we'll be able to put you to work right away.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent organization skills
Proven ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously
Strong initiative
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to work 60-hours/week, six days/week, 10 hours/day
Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, climb, bend, balance and twist for extended periods.
Must have the ability to lift up to 60 pounds on occasion.
Must be able to safely maneuver throughout the job site, i.e., climb and walk on scaffolding, climb ladders, walk up or down steep grades.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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