Fall Protection Construction Manager

Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection Design

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm offering a broad range of services, including civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting. Our diverse expertise and nationwide reach have enabled us to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

Within our Safety Practice, LJB's professionals are deeply committed to advancing fall protection-a passion that drives us to develop smarter, safer, and more effective solutions. By addressing every component of a fall protection program-engineering, procedures, training, and compliance-we help our clients achieve the highest level of worker safety in the most cost-effective way.

We are looking to fill the role of a Fall Protection Construction Manager to work for our Safety practice. The Fall Protection Construction Manager is responsible for managing, scheduling, and coordinating the process and work of employees who install LJB Fall Protection projects.

Annual Compensation: $95,000 - $135,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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FALL PROTECTION CONSTRUCTION MANAGER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in the initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, LJB project managers, and design staff.

• Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, directs, and participates in activities regarding installation of fall protection systems.

• Works with client managers or sales managers to estimate construction labor and material costs for opportunities and proposals.

• Collaborates with design professionals to determine project requirements and procedures, and the required materials and works to create material take off sheets.

• Ensures required materials and equipment are procured by LJB Product Branch personnel based upon the project requirements.

• Oversees and sometimes participates at the project/work site with our team of employees, ensuring safety standards are followed and quality work is being performed in a timely manner.

• This will require being available during project hours that can vary due to client requests (weekends, 3rd shift, etc.).

• Collaborates with clients, supervisory staff, subcontractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.

• Clear understanding with the ability to interpret engineering, architecture, and other construction drawings with the ability to explain drawings to others.

• Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather or emergencies or supply issues.

• Supervision of installation employees, if required, to include hiring, performance management, timecards, payroll duties, etc.

• Ability to travel as needed (overnight stays based on supported projects) to various US-based locations.

• Understanding of construction trades and installation work.

• Desire to innovate and solve difficult problems from inception to final deliverable.

• At the time of hire, this person must be comfortable being on the job site as they learn our fall protection installation process.

FALL PROTECTION CONSTRUCTION MANAGER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering (civil, architectural, or mechanical) required.
• 10+ years' experience required in overseeing and managing onsite construction practices within an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in construction trade.
• Experience with developing project cost estimates.
• Understanding/Training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree with Structural Emphasis.
• Masters's degree in construction management or engineering (civil, architectural, or mechanical).
• 10+ years' experience in overseeing and managing fall protection projects.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform duties.
• Must be able to meet the weight capacity of design perimeters of fall protection systems (between 130 and 310 lbs.).
• Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Core Skills:

• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency.
• Ability to make decisions that impact the project deadlines.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Proficient in construction management and project management techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of standard professional software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Additional software: Bluebeam, Revit
• Experience making decisions that have an impact on a department's credibility, operations, and/or services.
• Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of LJB, and no fees will be paid. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

Note: At the current time LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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