Construction Management Director jobs in Tennessee

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About Construction Management – AECOM Hunt

Founded in 1944, AECOM Hunt has earned a reputation for being unconditionally client-focused – delivering construction projects on schedule and within budget, no matter the scope. From iconic stadiums and arenas to next-gen transportation hubs to sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt deploys the latest technologies, industry-leading safety best practices, and highest ethical standards on every project. AECOM Hunt has proven time and again to be industry pioneers in delivering the most challenging projects by emphasizing quality and skill-utilization in all that we do. As evidenced by our long list of repeat clients, we focus on specific needs to create strong relationships and consistently exceed expectations.

Job Description

AECOM/Hunt is seeking an experienced Construction Management Quality Assurance/Quality Control Director to create and lead a culture of Quality across the Hunt construction portfolio.  This exciting position can be located in any of the following markets: Indianapolis, IN, New York City, NY, Chicago, IL or Nashville, TN

Responsibilities:

• Drive and influence a positive QA/QC culture.
• Lead QA/QC group in developing, maintaining, updating and upholding our QA/QC planning and execution functions.  
• Proactive planning.
• Act as a teammate and resource to project teams.
• Work with project teams to create project specific QA/QC plans.
• Be a visible QA/QC leader by traveling to projects as needed.  Establish regular touchpoints and cadence with project teams.  Interact with Clients regarding QA/QC.
• Use sound working industry knowledge to identify early QA/QC exposures on a project / product specific basis and develop mitigation strategies to support teams.
• Support the development of the onsite procedures.
• Produce simple and functional working tools that centralize best practices and lessons learned for AECOM Hunt Construction to easily utilize.
• Support project teams by helping craft project specific QA/QC procurement and bidding language.
• Support project teams on developing temporary conditions and water management planning tactics. These could include, but are not limited to, winter conditions, temporary heat, building acclimatization / humidity control, temporary use of permanent equipment, safety handrail placement, temporary enclosures, temporary rain leaders … etc.   
• As safety and quality go hand-in-hand, coordinate with safety to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Be an active partner with safety.  Engage safety often and coordinate synergies.
• Teach and mentor project teams on proper review of submittals.
• Participate in envelope kickoff meeting with all pertinent contractors. Review shop drawings, materials used, material transitions, weather applications / UV restrictions, confirm compatibility…etc.
• Utilize process and system driven techniques to roll out and implement QA/QC Programs.
• Lead in the creation & implementation of supplemental plans for tasks such as punch list, commissioning and work installation tracking.
• Identify, modify and implement and support changes to plans and workflows as needed to meet demands of project.
• Coordinate with Project Teams to maintain the project submittal process.
• Develop material/equipment compliance review process with project teams. Review output with teams regularly.
• Participate in pre-installation meetings to establish an understanding sequencing special considerations, timing, planning, inspections, and standards of care desired for each definable feature of work.
• Support PM staff in establishing mockup process and standards, while also driving the importance of quality/performance and adherence to standards.
• Work with project teams, establish sound workflows using each project’s management software / tools. 
• Train & support project teams on QA/QC workflows and procedures.
• Participate in inspections with Authority Having Jurisdiction and project teams.
• Ensure project teams are using Non-Conformance Logs and documenting Lessons Learned.
• Establish metrics for tracking QA/QC measures / trends.
• Other functions as necessary to drive positive QA/QC culture and execution.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:

• BA/BS and 12 years of relevant construction quality control/quality assurance experience or AA/AS and 14 years of relevant experience or HS/GED and 16 years of relevant experience; including a minimum of 4 years of leadership or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Construction industry experience.

Preferred Requirements: 

• Minimum 10  years’ experience in the construction industry with QAQC experience
• Knowledge of a wide range of construction materials, methods, and techniques
• OSHA 30-hour certification
• Ability to speak clearly and exercise good judgment.
• Positive attitude
• Flexible
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Process driven
• Able and willing to be a good teacher and mentor
• Strong organization skills
• Field experience / operational experience
• Strong exterior façade expertise strongly preferred
• Project Management system familiarity.
• Proficiency in construction related technologies such as BIM 360, Procore, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Construction experience in preferred industries, such as: 
  • Stadiums/Sports Complexes
  • Airport construction
  • Hospitality
  • Life Science/Healthcare
  • High Rise Construction

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• This position may include relocation.
• Travel is required for this position.
• For positions with driving responsibilities, Motor Vehicle Records are reviewed as part of AECOM’s background check process to ensure compliance with the Company’s driving standards.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• Offered rate of compensation TN, NY, IL, IN, will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $92,869.86 - $171,809.24.
• Please note that this role can be based in TN, NY, IL or IN and compensation data will vary in each location, including higher or lower than the stated range. 

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You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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