IT Capacity Planning Manager jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Responsibilities:

• Provides onsite management for project implementation of large scale construction projects.
• Responsibilities include contractor evaluation and selection, safety, quality, engineering, construction, quality, startup testing, performance testing, and environmental compliance testing.
• Responsible for building and tracking the project against its schedule, reporting status to management and customer on a regular basis, and implementing processes in a timely, safe, cost effective and environmentally conscious manner.
• ACCOUNTABILITIES These accountabilities are not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and does not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees assigned to this job.
• Primary Accountabilities - Manage field personnel to monitor day-to-day activities and provide oversight to Contractor and Sub Contractors, identify construction specification errors, assure construction is in accordance with contract specifications and applicable codes, assure safe and efficient work methods are utilized.
• Ensure the execution and practice of all safety policies and procedures by all construction employees and promote safety culture among the ranks throughout the company and project.
• With the assistance of the safety department, investigates accidents and safety incidents.
• Responsible for communicating safety investigation information to management.
• Responsible for administering and monitoring safety programs and performing safety assessments.
• Accountable for performance measurements and standards of associated processes utilizing quality control and quality assurance processes. Demonstrates understanding of performance measures and utilizes information to improve process (e.g. cost control, scheduling, executing, safety, etc.).
• Communicate to stakeholders, construction progress as it relates to Safety, Production, Risk, Schedule, Finance, and Quality and reports any situations that require management attention immediately.
• Provide management and coordination with external contractors and equipment manufacturers and support site permitting process, equipment selection, project design specifications, develop project schedules and cost estimates.
• Provide onsite contractor interface, local government interface and community relations in partnership with business project lead and sponsor. Understands and enforces rules set by regulatory bodies (i.e., DOT, OSHA, DNR, FRA etc.)
• Provide interface with internal project team personnel, interface with customers and supervise employees on a daily basis.
• Develop project Punch List and ensure Punch List completion, validate milestones and /or quantities submitted by the contractor for payment, and assist in resolution of field problems as appropriate.
• Ensure the quality of construction through continuous monitoring of the construction and installation QC process. Supervision
• Performs work under the general supervision of a Manager or Director.
• Supervises the work of professional, non-exempt, and bargaining unit employees, and contractors and subcontractors engaged in renewable site construction activities.

Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements Education Level Field of Study Required/Preferred Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 8 years of professional experience in construction related positions (e.g. management, project controls, QA/QC)
• 3 years of supervisory experience Preferred Experience
• Experience in building construction and project management, and any related area Other Requirements
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Promotes and supports diversity initiatives and equal employment opportunity.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated project management skills, with experience in managing construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with labor union management preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety rules and applicable building codes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction standards, work methods, equipment, maintenance practices and materials.
• Ability to read and understand maps, plan and profiles, and drawings.
• Demonstrated management skills.
• Demonstrated financial skills such as developing a budget, interpreting and understanding financial reports, and financial evaluations.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Rail experience is helpful but not required.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $65.00 - $79.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience level:

• 7 years
• 8 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: 8 years (Required)
• Construction management: 8 years (Required)
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT, QA/QC: 8 years (Required)
• COMPUTER SOFTWARE PROGRAMS: 8 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road