Engineering Construction Manager, Japan

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Job Description

CDM Smith is seeking an Engineering Construction Manager in anticipation of a future project for the US Government in Japan. Given the nature of the project’s Flexible Work requirements, our staff must quickly assimilate and develop an understanding of client’s products, services needed, and goals.

Job Objective:

The position for an Engineering Construction Manager will be onsite in or near Tokyo Japan. The Engineering Construction Manager will oversee all aspects of a large construction project and will serve as the client’s main point of contact for the construction contractor. Additionally, the Engineering Construction Manager will be CDM Smith’s onsite manager for our construction phase services related to the client’s construction project. This includes construction inspection, construction submittals, construction contract modifications, requests for information, and coordinate with CDM Smith’s US-based project management and reach-back engineering support services. This work will be conducted onsite at US military bases, ensuring all infrastructure development adheres to US military standards, codes, and safety regulations, while coordinating with various stakeholders to maintain operational efficiency. 

The project is for Title II construction services of water lines, iron pipes, hydrant connectors, hydrants, as well as associated valves and caps.

Job Duties:

• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and as-built drawings for contract compliance
• Inspect the contractor’s material deliveries for contract compliance
• Witness the contractor’s material testing and contract-required field testing
• Coordinate project activities with CDM Smith’s US-based project management and US based reach-back engineering support staff
• Prepare documentation to support client’s contract modifications
• Provide documentation to confirm that the construction meets the specifications in the design drawings and specifications
• Maintain the onsite, record copies of construction documentation
• Take construction photographs throughout duration of construction and maintain inventory of construction photographs
• Lead and participate in the client’s construction progress meetings, both in-person and on teleconferences; prepare documentation such as agendas, meeting notes or minutes
• Attend and participate in the construction contractor’s coordination and other meetings as the client’s representative
• Monitor project progress against established milestones and make necessary adjustments. 
• Perform inspections of construction work to monitor compliance requirements of the contract as well as accepted quality control and health and safety plans
• Provide local management of other local CDM Smith staff such as inspectors
• Maintain effective and frequent communication with clients, as to the progress of construction as well as other issues that would affect the contract performance, human health, or the environment.
• Review contractor’s schedule; analyze the schedule for delays or unforeseen impacts. Review and provide approve recommendations for the client’s progress reports
• Executes and leads the investigative processes to examine and assess the contractor’s construction work for contract compliance
• Conducts onsite investigations and analyzes relevant data including maps, reports, tests, drawings and other as required.
• Monitors compliance with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc. and delivers technical files and other technical documentation as required.
• Develops, trains, and educates junior engineers/construction managers, guides the technical direction, and serves as a liaison with clients.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to pass a federal background check.
• Demonstrates strong technical proficiency and design application knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiar and comfortable to work on computers/tablets/ phones.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills. Ability to manage the workload of others and work with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of DOD construction management or inspection project experience required

• Demonstrated experience in water utility pipeline and/or microtunneling construction is highly preferred

• Experience working in Japan

• Bi-lingual, Fluent in written and verbal English  
• Japanese language skills are highly preferred

• NAVFAC/USACE QC Management Course withing last 7 years or able to obtain it.

Amount of Travel Required

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CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training. Additional Compensation

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