Construction Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world's most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it's on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It's our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career!

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for providing the leadership, direction and resources to effectively manage in field construction activities for infrastructure projects at Universal Studios Hollywood. The Construction Manager will oversee construction projects in accordance with approved budgets, schedules, and project plans & specifications. The role includes coordination with internal departments, supervision of the department trade foreman, administrative staff, contracts, finance, scheduling, contractors and sub-contractors.

Responsibilities:
• Plans and schedules all work and maintains the appropriate files and records to permit meaningful analysis and reporting of results or work done
• Reviews project work and requests and ensures the scope is clearly stated
• Visits the sites to obtain manuals, drawings and enforce special procedures as needed
• Demonstrates complete knowledge of Project Management
• Provides a weekly work schedule for Projects and Planned Work ahead of time
• Provides daily in field construction activity report to Project Manager and leadership as needed
• Responsible for the development of assigned capital projects (scoping project, utilize the approval process to gain approval and implement plans) and implementing these plans in a cost effective and efficient manner.
• Reviews design documents for construction, completeness, corrections, and coordination and compile a list of comments.
• Reviews the existing facility status to evaluate what potential issues should be addressed by the design documents.
• Prepares all documentation required for site access, lay down and other logistics for the contractors and vendors
• Assists in the presentation of all required construction management processes including but not limited to: RFP's, RFI's, Shop Drawings, Directives, Submittals, Punch Lists, Short Form Agreements and other documents as required. Supports USH project team for progress payment and related walk-through and inspections. Manages and coordinates staging area inventories for arrival and dispatch. Supervises facility and progress in accordance with the master schedule
• Manages overall punch list and close out process for the facility
• Reviews all final submittals from the contractor for all close out documentation including, but not limited to shop drawings, submittals, as-builts, warranties, lien waivers, etc.
• Responsible for managing a large employee base in divisions of: Maintenance, Shows, Construction, Paint, Landscape, Plumbing, Water Treatment, HVAC and Electrical groups within the Technical Services Department as well as vendors of all crafts
• Ensures efficiency and optimal sequencing between internal trades and external vendors during construction
• Works closely with internal clients to identify and correct operational issues quickly
• Acts as a subject matter expert and adviser to the department head, design team, and all trades associated with the project
• Determines work priorities, and coordinates work activities with all necessary parties to ensure that the project remains efficient and on schedule
• Oversees the terms and conditions of construction contracts
• Introduces new trades to the projects as the project requires them and collaborates with management of the various trades to ensure the work is carried out in a manner consistent with the project plans and specifications.
• Provides a safe work environment through creating a culture of safety for the project and holding each individual on the project accountable for safe behavior
• Regularly holds safety meetings and makes sure that the company's safety policies and EHS standards are being enforced by employees and vendors alike.
• Sources material suppliers for consumables required to construct the project and estimates materials required for specific jobs. Orders materials and coordinates deliveries of materials to coincide with construction progress
• Ensures that the materials for construction are on the project site as they are required and are stored in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations
• Coordinates materials staging between the various trades and monitors material deliveries
• Maintains inventory and control over the projects tools, materials, equipment and security.
• Conducts, at minimum, weekly coordination meetings between all subcontractors who are currently on site and any that will be on site in the near future
• Coordinates work flows, safety, environmental concerns, manpower requirements, materials requirements and overall schedule through these meetings
• Responsible for the overall project schedule
• Writes and maintains short term interval schedules for the use and review of all trades on the project Included are all phases of work that are current and applicable
• Maintains overall project schedule through implementation of the short term interval schedule
• Responsible for quality control on the project: holds all works accountable for adherence to the project plans and specifications
• Holds pre-installations meetings to review installation procedures for all major materials used and has a thorough understanding of the project specifications and industry standards for installation of all materials to be used
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