Sterling Engineering, Inc.
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Location: Mount Vernon, IL
Construction Manager
2025-10-06
2025-12-08
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Category: Construction Management
Job Number: 51095882
Compensation: $72 / hour
Job Description
Title: Construction Manager
Location: Mount Vernon, IL
Hire Type: CONTRACT
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Job Summary:
Construction Manager Duties
The Construction Manager's duties shall include, but are not limited to (see also EPCM checklist):
1. Represent the interests of CLIENT and act as its trustee and communicator to third parties (e.g., GC, contractors, subcontractors).
2. Ensure that Safety is Priority #1 at all times; check/ensure that the Contractor Site Safety plan is always in accordance with the Client Environmental Safety Hazards plan and local laws. Coordinate Site Daily briefings (including daily safety concerns).
3. Conduct daily site inspections/work supervision in relation to contract specifications and plans, relevant codes, etc. (check quality of work, check materials and equipment to be in accordance with the contract, permits, etc.).
4. Monitor the execution of planned/scheduled construction and utility activities and prepare reports (construction diary, weekly, monthly) on construction and utility activities, photos, headcounts on site, equipment & material, including weather days and other delays. Monitor the construction progress and key milestones in compliance with the defined time schedule. Monitor the critical path and inform CLIENT in case any delays occur; provide solutions/countermeasures and suggestions for improvements. Prepare, lead, schedule, and control all acceptance procedures (CLIENT, authorities, etc.).
5. Moderate open technical issues during construction, receive and process Submittals and RFIs for Engineer of Records review and response.
6. Organize, schedule, and lead the sampling processes and mock-ups for CLIENT approval; review and approve equipment and material submission documents.
7. Review/Supervise the Contractor Quality Control plan for every phase of construction; observe and witness field tests (earthworks, concrete, steel, etc.), inspections, and measurements.
8. Develop and implement a Contract Quality Assurance Plan.
9. Organize all necessary meetings with the project parties; prepare, distribute, and follow up on the minutes of meetings (including OAC weekly/monthly meetings with CLIENT).
10. Prepare a punch list of non-conform items to the contract and report punch list items to CLIENT immediately (and in weekly reports), including impact on timing and suggestions for solutions.
11. Consult CLIENT on the approval of proposed remedial works; schedule and supervise those works.
12. Within the first week of each month, measure completed work and prepare monthly pay certificates for CLIENT’s project manager review for payment (including checking and validation of quantities and unit rates on CCOs).
13. Provide monthly financial and schedule reports on payment, change orders, cost forecasts, as well as main issues occurring in the project and on-site for CLIENT Project Manager’s review.
14. Review Contractor claims and prepare an initial response to the Contractor on findings of the claim. Submit Contractor Claim and response to the Client Project Manager for
review. Clarify the responsibility for (forecasted) cost overruns based on submitted argumentation and indicate liabilities and claims for indemnity.
15. Collect all documents, items, etc., for documentation purposes and hand them over to CLIENT, including clarifying warranty issues (start/end of warranty period, maintenance schedule, etc.).
The Construction Manager's duties shall include, but are not limited to (see also EPCM checklist):
1. Represent the interests of CLIENT and act as its trustee and communicator to third parties (e.g., GC, contractors, subcontractors).
2. Ensure that Safety is Priority #1 at all times; check/ensure that the Contractor Site Safety plan is always in accordance with the Client Environmental Safety Hazards plan and local laws. Coordinate Site Daily briefings (including daily safety concerns).
3. Conduct daily site inspections/work supervision in relation to contract specifications and plans, relevant codes, etc. (check quality of work, check materials and equipment to be in accordance with the contract, permits, etc.).
4. Monitor the execution of planned/scheduled construction and utility activities and prepare reports (construction diary, weekly, monthly) on construction and utility activities, photos, headcounts on site, equipment & material, including weather days and other delays. Monitor the construction progress and key milestones in compliance with the defined time schedule. Monitor the critical path and inform CLIENT in case any delays occur; provide solutions/countermeasures and suggestions for improvements. Prepare, lead, schedule, and control all acceptance procedures (CLIENT, authorities, etc.).
5. Moderate open technical issues during construction, receive and process Submittals and RFIs for Engineer of Records review and response.
6. Organize, schedule, and lead the sampling processes and mock-ups for CLIENT approval; review and approve equipment and material submission documents.
7. Review/Supervise the Contractor Quality Control plan for every phase of construction; observe and witness field tests (earthworks, concrete, steel, etc.), inspections, and measurements.
8. Develop and implement a Contract Quality Assurance Plan.
9. Organize all necessary meetings with the project parties; prepare, distribute, and follow up on the minutes of meetings (including OAC weekly/monthly meetings with CLIENT).
10. Prepare a punch list of non-conform items to the contract and report punch list items to CLIENT immediately (and in weekly reports), including impact on timing and suggestions for solutions.
11. Consult CLIENT on the approval of proposed remedial works; schedule and supervise those works.
12. Within the first week of each month, measure completed work and prepare monthly pay certificates for CLIENT’s project manager review for payment (including checking and validation of quantities and unit rates on CCOs).
13. Provide monthly financial and schedule reports on payment, change orders, cost forecasts, as well as main issues occurring in the project and on-site for CLIENT Project Manager’s review.
14. Review Contractor claims and prepare an initial response to the Contractor on findings of the claim. Submit Contractor Claim and response to the Client Project Manager for
review. Clarify the responsibility for (forecasted) cost overruns based on submitted argumentation and indicate liabilities and claims for indemnity.
15. Collect all documents, items, etc., for documentation purposes and hand them over to CLIENT, including clarifying warranty issues (start/end of warranty period, maintenance schedule, etc.).
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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