Construction Manager/Construction Manager Sr – Ahtna Construction & Primary Products Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Construction Manager/Construction Manager Sr

• Ahtna Construction & Primary Products Ahtna Construction & Primary Products Corporation company vehicle United States, Louisiana, Orleans Jun 23, 2025

Description Summary:

Oversee all field activities and construction management aspects of federal, state, and local civil construction contracts. The Construction Manager’s responsibilities include managing and driving project initiatives, managing medium to complex field construction sites, overseeing subcontractor compliance, project scheduling, crew scheduling and management, cost controls, sustaining and expanding services, correspondence, and coordination with home office, clients, and other stakeholders. The Construction Manager should be an independent, self-motivated professional experienced in managing large, complex construction projects and desire to grow professionally with each challenging project. The salary range for this position is $115,864

• 169,606/year, please note this is a tiered position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

(including but not limited to) Participates in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for construction projects, provides conceptual estimates, feasibility studies, and cost estimates, and may coordinate the production of basic design plans and construction documents
Develops and administers project budgets and fiscal controls, contracts, and quality control provisions
Determine staffing needs for assigned projects, working with the technical team to assign necessary resources using both internal and external resource pools
Performs project cost estimating, project specifications, and value engineering as appropriate
Oversees all aspects of day-to-day management construction projects; monitors and coordinates work performed by Field personnel and subcontractors
Interpret construction drawings and communicate construction requirements to the site construction superintendent and crew
Reviews and interprets proposed designs, architectural drawings, and building specifications to institutional standards and initiates revisions where appropriate
Prepares schedules and job mobilization for field teams
Ensures that project operations are in compliance with design specifications and with state and federal policies and regulations
Address management, technical, or administrative issues that arise during field operations to ensure project objectives are met
Authorizes the issuance of contracts, purchase orders, change orders and approves contractor invoices for payment
Inspects, approves and accepts completed projects, ensuring conformance with building and life safety codes and architectural/engineering specifications
Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and security processes
Perform any other duties as assigned by management
Is the point of contact for project owners as well as project stakeholders
Knowledge of heavy equipment capabilities and operating expenses

Level Specific Responsibilities:

(may include but not limited to) Construction Manager Expect to lead projects with construction scope below $10M Construction Manager Sr. Expect to lead projects with a construction scope above $10M
Provide technical support to multiple project managers on multiple projects Supervision Mixed crew, dependent on the project.

Minimum Qualifications:

All levels: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline Experience may be substituted for education on a 1:1 basis Professional Engineer (PE) certificate
Experience managing multiple task orders and/or contracts
Experience Estimating and executing Design/Build and Bid Build Projects
Strong knowledge of and ability to administer and enforce local, state, and federal safety laws and regulations, including OSHA and EM 385, as well as contractual requirements pertaining to the construction site
Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DOD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
United States Citizen or Permanent Resident
Valid driver’s license and ability to be covered under company vehicle policy
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities Construction Manager Seven (7) to nine (9) years of experience in civil construction management or civil engineering
Three (3) years managing civil construction projects of $1M or more Construction Manager Sr. Ten (10) or more years of experience in civil construction management or civil engineering
Five (5) years managing civil construction projects of $10M or more

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in HCSS, Primavera (P6), Procore, Blu Beam OST
Fifteen (15) or more years of prior experience in construction management
Experience managing $15 million-dollar projects
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and databases such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge and experience of Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference:

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies:

Self-motivated

• Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
  Communication
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
  Time Management
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  Goal Oriented
• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
  Accuracy
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  Confidentiality
• Ability to preserve confidential information.

Working Environment:

May be indoors or outdoors, subject to confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels. Physical Demands (including but not limited to): Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components.
Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as BMPs, equipment, and other materials. [Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions].

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or as business/operational needs dictate Qualifications
  Education
  Bachelors of Civil Engineering (required)
  Experience
  7 years:
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
  oExperience may be substituted for education on a 1:1 basis
  Construction Manager
• Seven (7) to nine (9) years of experience in civil construction management or civil engineering
  Construction Manager Sr.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in civil construction management or civil engineering
• Five (5) years managing civil construction projects of $10M or more
  (required)
  Licenses & Certifications
  Professional Engineer (required)
  Driver’s License (required)
  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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