Managing Technical Consultant, Remediation Construction/Demolition Manager (Senior Level) at Environmental Resources Management Southwest Inc in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Remediation Construction/Demolition Manager to support opportunities in Houston, Texas and at times throughout the U.S.  In this role, you will be part of a project team that supports clients’ needs for remediation construction and decommissioning, decontamination, and demolition (DDD) of industrial facilities.  You will team with project managers, quality assurance managers, engineers, and field safety personnel to execute remediation or DDD projects. You will oversee contractors in the field for the safe implementation of fieldwork and work with the PM to track budget, expenses, and define new scopes of work.

You will lead the field implementation of the remedial solutions for contaminated soil, groundwater, sediment, and vapor using innovative and emerging remedial treatment technologies as well as traditional systems. Construction projects include environmental remediation technologies, civil works, site development/restoration, earthwork operations, remedial treatment systems, hazardous waste management and offsite disposal, industrial water and wastewater treatment systems, air treatment or monitoring systems. DDD projects will include a diversity of industrial sites. Some examples may include oil and gas facilities, power plants, former chemical manufacturing plants, and hazardous materials abatement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning and construction review of remediation and DDD projects, including developing scopes of work, reviewing contractor work plans, evaluating scope options, developing or reviewing project cost estimates, attending pre-construction interviews, supervising specific tasks, participating in client and progress meetings, documenting progress and updating schedules, performing field safety walks, and summarizing and preparing final reports.


• Reviewing contractor submittals including but is not limited to, Requests for Information, contract clarifications, contract-required submittals, change order requests, and other documents related to compliance with project specifications.


• Providing construction management support can include construction quality assurance, evaluating site restoration, laying out earthwork operation final conditions, evaluating remedial systems, and supporting related environmental projects.


• Supporting site investigation efforts to identify existing building conditions and support the sampling to identify the presence of hazardous materials for special handling during remediation and demolition. 


• Serving as a Field Safety Officer during site work, when necessary, preparing site-specific Health & Safety Plans, including monitoring conformance with safety and emergency procedures, conducting daily safety briefings and interacting with contractors and the client, conducting equipment inspections, and maintaining site safety records.


• Serving as a Demolition Manager during site work, when necessary, by coordinating daily site work with contractors, reviewing scope documents against project activities, coordinating with the contractor’s site superintendent and project manager for daily tasks and fieldwork schedules, documenting field work progress.


• Planning and scheduling on-site full- and part-time staff, evaluate subcontractor performance and schedules, and assisting the Project Manager with negotiating and resolving change order requests.


• Communicating with the field team and Project Manager, supporting project tasks to assess project conformance with project plans and specifications, and assure that clarifications and interpretations required for proper execution of the contract are implemented.


• Support Project Manager’s effort to identify and track upcoming construction management requirements, meet with clients to identify upcoming work, and assist in business development activities, including preparation of proposals, interviews, and project contracting.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related degree with 5 or more years of experience in construction or consulting. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.


• Experience with remediation construction sites (and industrial DDD projects) and preparation of scope requirements and review of work plans, and report writing.  OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training required or will be provided and OSHA 30- hour Construction and 8 hour supervisor a plus.


• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus.


• Ability to support cost estimates, track project costs, track project transmittals/submittals and review invoices.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project tools.


• Ability to provide excellent client service and communication; detailed project deliverables; excellent communication and organizational skills.


• Work primarily in Texas and along the Gulf Coast but willingness to travel throughout the United States.  Applicants should anticipate spending 80-90% of their time in the field on two-three week rotations with typically one-week breaks.


• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!