Talascend is currently seeking a Construction Project Manager for a contract opportunity with our client in Orange County, California.
Overview
This role involves managing and executing construction projects for existing facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and schedule adherence. The project primarily focuses on contractor and project management within a chemical-related environment, requiring onsite presence in Orange County, CA.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage project plans, milestones, and deliverables, including scope requirements, cost/budget adherence, schedule management, risk mitigation, and quality control.
- Ensure strict adherence to schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards for assigned projects.
- Provide project updates to teams, customers, and management to facilitate effective planning and oversight.
- Monitor construction activities regularly, hold status meetings, and perform periodic inspections of construction sites.
- Assist with customer security approval processes related to project construction and facilities.
- Schedule and lead project meetings/teleconferences, ensuring compliance with standards and safety procedures.
- Prepare and present progress reports on project costs and schedules at required intervals.
- Build strong relationships with subcontractors and third parties, communicating effectively to resolve issues and support project goals.
- Demonstrate problem-solving and decision-making skills, developing solutions to critical issues and presenting alternatives.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in construction science, civil engineering, or related field
- At least 5 years of experience managing construction projects, including commercial and industrial manufacturing projects in complex environments
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- On-site daily in Orange County, CA
- Must be a US person due to export compliance
- Experience in construction supervision and management
- Industrial construction experience involving manufacturing facilities, relocations, or large moves
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, scheduling)
- Strong analytical skills to assess project progress and identify technical issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional engineering (P.E.) license
- Aerospace manufacturing construction experience
- Project management professional (PMP) certification
- Experience with transformational projects in manufacturing environments
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective team and stakeholder communication
The shift for this role is 2nd shift, from 4 pm to 12 am.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.