Manager-Construction Deputy

Primary Purpose:

Tallgrass Integrated Logistics Solutions (ILS) is building a large-scale, multi-billion-dollar industrial power generating facility for a dedicated user. The Facility is a behind-the-meter, private use network (PUN), generating gigawatts (GW) of electricity using multiple power generating technologies, including other major chemical processes. As the Owner, Tallgrass ILS has contracted an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Contractor (Contractor) to execute a majority of the construction for this facility as a lump sum turnkey (LSTK) contract. However, some smaller subcontracts will be directly contracted by the Owner.

The Major Project Deputy Construction Manager (DCM) will be support the Construction Manager (CM)in overseeing and managing the construction of the Facility. This role will oversee the prime EPC Contractor executing the overall site construction, as well as other subcontractors throughout the project site, and in the absence of the CM, will have primary oversight and control of the site. The DCM should be able to represent the interests of Tallgrass in all aspects of site and construction management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversight and Monitoring:

• Support the Construction Manager: Secondary field representative for Tallgrass on a major construction site primarily run by an EPC contractor.
• Monitor EPC Contractor Performance: Monitor the EPC contractor's progress against the agreed-upon project execution plan, schedule, and budget.
• Site Supervision & Quality Assurance (QA): Support regular, detailed site inspections to ensure the quality of work conforms to contract specifications, design standards, and approved QA/QC plans. The DCM will aid in ensuring the EPC contractor addresses any defects or non-conformities.
• Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Assure that the EPC contractor is adhering to all site safety protocols, HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) plans, and local/national safety regulations. The CM has the authority to intervene in imminent safety hazard situations.

Contract and Financial Management:

• Contract Administration Support: Support contract administration, and working with the Project and Contract Management teams, ensure both parties meet their contractual obligations.
• Change Order Management: Review and track all change orders, assessing their impact on the project scope, budget, and schedule, and providing recommendations to the owner.
• Cost Control & Invoicing Review: Monitor project expenditures and review EPC contractor invoices and payment applications to ensure they correspond to the actual work completed and materials on site.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Continuously track costs and schedule performance, identifying potential overruns or delays early and collaborating with the EPC to develop mitigation strategies.

Communication and Documentation:

• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate clear and effective communication between the Owner and all project stakeholders, including regular reporting to Project Management on project status, risks, and issues.
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks (budgetary, schedule, technical, safety, legal) and work with the owner and EPC to develop and monitor contingency plans.
• Documentation Management: Ensure all project documentation (contracts, permits, daily logs, reports, certifications, as-built documentation) is accurately maintained and stored for project transparency and potential dispute resolution.

Technical Support and Closeout:

• Constructability of Design: Participate in engineering and design reviews early on in the project in the absence of or in support of the CM, to advise on constructability and improvement opportunities for more efficient construction.
• Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning Oversight: Support and monitor the EPC contractor during start-up and commissioning activities, ensuring a smooth transition to operations and maintenance.
• Project Closeout: Support punch-list creation and completion, warranty issues, and help ensure all contractual obligations are met before final project handover.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Work experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum of 5 (5) years of experience in construction management of large-scale capital projects, preferably in a relevant industry (e.g., power plants, industrial facilities, infrastructure).
• Experience working in an owner's representative or oversight role, specifically on projects with third-party EPC contractors, is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in managing project budgets over $100 million (or relevant large-capital size) and complex scope and schedules.
• Knowledge and experience in power plant, oil & gas, LNG, or chemicals industry construction.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of high voltage electricity, toxic or flammable gases, liquids, and high- and low-pressure / temperature systems.
• Experience in executing construction in an operating facility environment.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage crews across a large project site.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet established deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and other software applications.
• Knowledge of construction processes, project management methodologies, contract law, and industry specific regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and resolve conflicts.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6 for scheduling).
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and ethical conduct (fiduciary responsibility to the owner).

Physical Demands:

All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout the facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; ability to lift a up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to walk long distances unencumbered and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions:

• Required to live near the construction site before or simultaneous to the Contractor mobilizing to the site (relocation may be required).
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Required some out-of-town nights and weekend travel, as needed.
• Occasionally required to travel significant distances by airplane or vehicle.
• Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Site will require minimum personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed shoes, long sleeves, reflective vests, and flame retardant clothing (FRCs).
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Yes

Other responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.