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Hargrove Engineers & Constructors Construction Manager in Elwood, Illinois
Who We Are
Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.
Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.
What You'll Be Doing
Job Summary: To provide construction over-site during the execution of projects at the site to meet business plans and improve income by implementing and managing capital projects.
Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Actively participate in all safety programs to continually improve the safety culture of the plant and Company.
Support and help drive both plant and Corporate EHS initiatives.
Promote an environment that achieves incident free performance through diligent proactive safety efforts and job safety planning.
Execute budgeted capital projects to ensure the safe maintenance and operation of plant and equipment in compliance with internal and legislative requirements (site and corporate policies/procedures).
Provide a critical review of new project installations to assure adherence to plant EH&S guidelines and issue thorough Management of Change documentation.
Provide construction management for contractors. Author and issue safe work permits (general work/hot work/line breaks/confined space) to contractors so they can execute their approved scope of work.
When required assist Project Managers to plan capital projects from conceptual stages, cost estimating, AFE generation, through design, construction, and startup/close out stages.
Ensure that appropriate work processes are followed in defining and implementing projects, so they are delivered safely, cost effectively, on time, and achieve all the stated business and project objectives.
Inform Project Manager of field extras to ensure that cost sheets are updated on a regular basis to ensure the TIC is in line with budget.
Inform Project Manager of schedule changes so that the schedule is updated on a regular basis to ensure the project is completed on time.
Monitor progress of the Business Partners’ work to ensure that they follow work processes, oversee the quality of the work, control the costs, and provide direction to deliver the project objectives.
Provide field support to remove barriers encountered during construction.
Complete timely required construction status reporting.
Ensure the quality of construction meets the company’s standards and specifications for equipment installation.
Ensure that equipment installation will allow for safe and efficient plant operations.
Ensure that equipment installation can safely be worked on by maintenance personnel.
Perform project design document reviews, including reviewing layout and construction drawings for best practice of operability, constructability, and maintainability. Review construction scopes of work.
Perform safety reviews of Contractor work sites, including monitoring the adherence to safety procedures.
This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.
Ideal Background
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.
Experience: This position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant industrial construction management or project-related experience. Chemical plant or refinery experience is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to facilitate troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts and team meetings.
Proficient in creating, optimizing, maintaining, and executing construction schedules.
Ability to understand P&ID’s and construction drawings.
OSHA 10-hour safety training (Plus)
Management of construction activities:
Crane lifts, lifting plans, vessel and tank removal and installation.
Demolition activities for piping, tanks, reactors, pumps, buildings, pads, and foundations.
Civil construction, concrete, proper rebar installation, SPCC installations.
Piping fabrication, welding, and field routing of piping.
Installations for pressure, temperature, level, flow, and other instrument types and controls equipment.
Installations for electrically powered and electrical feed equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.
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Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.
We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.