Project Manager

Fay is part of S&B USA Construction, a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions.

Our team of experienced professionals demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and service on all of our projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer focused approach provide our clients with unmatched value and quality.

ASN Constructors is a joint venture of three international contractors (Acciona, Shikun & Binui and North American Construction Group) who will work with the Metro Flood Diversion Authority and other area stakeholders to build a historic project that will protect the citizens of the Fargo-Moorhead area from flood waters from the Red River. We will provide value to our employees through craft training programs, competitive benefits and a safe work environment and value to the local community with outstanding project quality and opportunity for employment and training programs.   

 The Aqueducts & Inlets Manager is responsible for ensuring the planning, coordination, and successful completion of all work associated with the project’s Aqueducts, Inlets, and associated Water Control Structures, including mechanical and electrical systems (heating, control, and SCADA), and embedded instrumentation.

This position requires strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities to manage complex civil, mechanical, and electrical interfaces while ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of this critical-path work.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, this role is responsible for managing subcontractors, suppliers, and self-perform crews; overseeing procurement and commercial administration; maintaining schedule and quality compliance; and coordinating all interdisciplinary interfaces (civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and controls) to ensure full integration of the Aqueducts and Inlets systems with the overall project works.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead planning, construction engineering, and systems integration required to complete the Aqueducts, Inlets, and Gate Structures.

• Determine and define scope of work and deliverables.

• Manage subcontractors and key suppliers responsible for mechanical, electrical, and controls systems (including gates, heating, power, and SCADA systems).

• Ensure necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites are satisfied and in place.

• Oversee all procurement and commercial matters related to subcontractors and suppliers, including negotiation, change management, and cost control.

• Collaborate with the commercial team in respect of supply of materials and subcontractor selections.

• Lead development and monitoring of detailed construction schedules; ensure alignment with project milestones and critical path objectives.

• Issue progress updates as needed regarding costs and timelines.

• Ensure work carried out in compliance with the Project Agreement.

• Ensure that subcontractor and supplier relationships are maintained.

• Provide technical oversight, including the review and interpretation of complex technical documents, drawings, and specifications, ensuring constructability and coordination across disciplines.

• Support a high-performing project team that has been operating together for several years by integrating seamlessly, demonstrating initiative, and rapidly understanding established processes and interfaces.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or a similar technical engineering degree is preferred.

• Degrees in Construction Management or a Civil Engineering Degree with a certificate in Construction Management would also be acceptable.

Experience:

• 10+ years in a Civil, Mechanical, or Water-Control Systems Engineering leadership role.

• Experience in managing complex hydraulic structures, gate systems, or water conveyance facilities on large-scale infrastructure projects.

  Experience in managing work on P3 Projects (Public Private Partnerships) or Projects with a value of $100M USD or greater is highly valued.

• Preferred experience in Heavy-Highway, Heavy-Civil, or Water Infrastructure Construction.

Skills:

• Possess confidence and ability to execute without significant oversight, but having an equal willingness and sense to seek input from supervisors, peers, and company experts when needed

• Demonstrated ability to build and manage a diverse, cohesive and effective team; ability to manage different disciplines and functions within the group

• Delegate and monitor work and provide constructive feedback

• Proficient in schedule oversight, cost management, procurement, and risk control for multi-disciplinary work packages.

• Proficient in data analysis, risk management, team building, and staff development.

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including SCADA and control integration.

• Strong leadership and communication skills are crucial, given the responsibilities of team building and stakeholder communication involved in the role.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• This position is primarily based at the project office with regular field presence at the Aqueduct and Inlet locations as required.

• This work environment may involve minimal exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

• Exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time.

• Must be able to perform field walks and inspections across uneven terrain and in varying weather conditions.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid PTO, 401k with a company match, training, career planning, and more.

Core Values:

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return:  Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact recruiting@shikunusa.com or 412-471-4200 ext. 1032

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