• Job Description

  Req#: 513009

  Construction Project Manager - Dexter, MI

  
  

  Are you passionate about wetland conservation and restoration? Do you want to join a highly motivated team of engineers and biologists who are making a real difference in the conservation of our natural resources? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

  Ducks Unlimited, the leader in wetland conservation, is currently seeking a full-time Construction Project Manager to join our Great Lakes team in Dexter, MI. As Construction Project Manager, you will be an integral part of the planning, bidding, and construction of wetland restoration and enhancement projects throughout Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. This is a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects that will have a lasting impact on our environment and the communities we serve.

  As a member of our team, you will work closely with engineers, biologists, and other conservation partners to deliver high-quality wetland restoration projects. You will help lead a growing team of engineers and technicians in the bidding and construction phases of restoration work. This will involve supervising field inspectors and technicians, developing and posting bid packages, providing cost estimates for construction and construction management, tracking budgets for construction and construction management, managing change orders and payment requisitions, and other tasks needed to keep wetland construction projects on schedule and within budget. Additionally, you will work closely with local, state, and federal personnel, private landowners, and other conservation partners to ensure the success of our projects.

  This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with some travel throughout Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. You will have the chance to work on a variety of unique projects as well as innovate new solutions. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

  If you are a motivated, passionate, and dedicated individual who is committed to wetland conservation and restoration, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join the Ducks Unlimited team today and help us make a difference in the world!

  Specific duties include:

  • Supervise field inspectors and survey technicians
  • Coordinate with design engineers and biologists on project related tasks and budgets
  • Develop construction bid packages and bidders lists
  • Post bid packages and addendums to web-based procurement site
  • Develop independent construction and construction management cost estimates; track and manage budgets and coordinate with Regional Budget Managers
  • Develop and maintain structure/system for bid tabs to help inform estimating
  • Ensure payment requisitions and change order requests occur promptly and accurately
  • Track and inform budget manager on construction and construction management budgets; provide projections as needed for support of regional budget
  • Review permits, funding source requirements, and construction related issues such as prevailing wage, Buy American, etc.

  Qualifications

  Experience and Education: At least a two-year technical degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the engineering/construction industry is preferred. Candidates must have experience with construction project management, construction inspection, and familiarity with Autodesk Civil3D.

  Communication Skills: Demonstrated oral, written, and good communication skills are essential.

  Technological Proficiency: Desirable qualifications include experience with surveying (Trimble), Autodesk Civil3D, construction inspection, and project management.

  Interpersonal Skills: Must be self-motivated, goal oriented and able to work with and solve problems in close multidisciplinary team-based relationships.

  For any general questions about this position, please contact careers@ducks.org. For questions specific to this position please contact Brian Nicholson at bnicholson@ducks.org

  DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

• About the company

  Ducks Unlimited is an American nonprofit organization 501 dedicated to the conservation of wetlands and associated upland habitats for waterfowl, other wildlife, and people.

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