Construction Manager

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Iowa, West Des Moines
Nov 16, 2024
Location: Des Moines, Iowa - 100% onsite. Must be able to travel to different sites depending on the day. Local travel is not reimbursed. Zip codes: 50265, 50266, 50061. Daily Schedule and OT Estimate: Monday to Friday, 40-45 hours per week. Equipment Required: Supplier-provided laptop. Workspace Type: Onsite assigned. Summary: The main function of a construction manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in fields such as engineering, research and development, financial systems, and product roll-out. Job Responsibilities: * Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities. * Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients. * Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence. * Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects. * Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures. * Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates. Skills: * Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and manage one's time. * Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. * Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods. * Knowledge of computer software such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, etc. Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. * PMI or PMP certification preferred. * 10 years of experience required. Skills: * Project management, construction, telecom, construction management, telecommunication, fiber optic, Data Center. Top Skills Details: * Project management, construction, telecom, construction management, telecommunication, Data Center. Additional Skills & Qualifications: * Telecommunications & Fiber Optics. * MEP. Experience Level: * Expert Level. Benefits: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.