Construction Site Manager

BIOFerm, a Madison, WI based renewable energy company, is hiring a Construction Site Manager to oversee on-site construction efforts to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the design, budget and schedule – all in a safe manner. This position will require travel for projects. The responsibilities will vary for each project but generally will include some or all of the following:

• Manage master construction budget and schedule
• Have a firm understanding of the project contract, including deliverables for each milestone
• Conduct regular meetings with and provide reports to senior management on progress and schedule/budget updates, ensuring timely decision making and information flow to avoid project delays
• Review and become knowledgeable of project plans and specifications
• Assist in the development of project schedule with specific focus on individual task duration
• Review all drawings, e.g., shop, architectural, structural, etc., when they are issued to the field and maintain a current set at all times
• Coordinate and manage on-site construction activities from start-up to completion
• Supervise employees and subcontractors on site, maintain work schedules, allocate tasks, and monitor progress to stay on schedule
• Determine materials, equipment and tools needed for the project
• Interface with subcontractors, clients, suppliers and others in a professional manner
• Assist in ensuring customer satisfaction with the project
• Mobilize and close out construction site
• Conduct regular job site meetings
• Follow standard safety procedures to protect everyone on-site and the surrounding environment
• Maintain all general record keeping for on-site activities, including daily reports, project issues, purchasing/receiving logs, and budget
• Manage effective written and verbal communication process among all internal and external project stakeholders
• Report project’s status to management team on a regular basis
• Collaborate with the Engineering department on initial project conception and cost estimates during the due diligence phase, during construction, and post-construction to continuously improve methods and materials.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of ever-changing construction practices, materials, building codes and OSHA requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend construction methods to increase quality and profitability.
• Serve as on-site Safety Officer, leading efforts to promote safety on projects and monitors subcontractor’s work in complying with the company’s safety program
• Perform other tasks as assigned

• 5 years’ minimum experience in construction and site management
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management
• Have passed or willing to take the national contractor licensing exam and equivalent exams for specific states
• Knowledge of construction processes, industry, and delivery methods
• Experience working with various computer programs
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude are essential
• Experience or knowledge of working in explosive environments
• Experience working on a job site performing hands-on tasks
• Ability and experience using hand and electrical tools and operating heavy machinery
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to lift at least 100 lbs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and think outside the box
• Possess analytical problem solving skills
• Resourceful
• Experience working with plant control systems or high comfort level working with computers
• Experience with data compilation using spreadsheets and databases
• Ability to comprehend semi-technical journals and manuals
• Self-starter and able to schedule tasks as efficiently as possible
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
• Valid US driver’s license is required
• Willingness and ability to travel for several months or relocate for each project is required
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must be authorized to work for any company in the United States. Must not require sponsorship, or continued sponsorship to work for any company in the United States

The applicant must have a clean health record. Conditions that could impair vehicle operation, reaction time or impair judgment would disqualify an applicant from this position.

BIOFerm™ offers a comprehensive benefits package. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements.