Field Construction Project Manager

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores has more than 400 locations in 40 states, providing professional truck drivers and motorists with 24-hour access to clean and safe places to purchase gasoline, diesel fuel, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), travel items, electronics, snacks and more, as well as a wide variety of restaurant offerings. However, in 2016, the Love's Family of Companies offers more services and options to Customers than ever before.

A Field Construction Manager is responsible for the coordination of all construction activities for assigned new construction projects.

• Must be able to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Perform job-site visits to verify physical progress of scheduled activities
• Monitor schedule deviations and assist in the developing or approving of alternate methods of corrective action
• Monitor and analyze change orders impacting cost and schedule
• Evaluate and qualify bids received, making recommendations, selecting subcontractors / supplies to the project.
• Accountable for negotiating and the final aspects of various local contractors to perform onsite work
• Provide functional and Loves specific expertise and counseling to contractors.
• Interact and provide guidance to outside architects, engineers, and permitting authorities.
• Facilitate meetings with utility companies, city/county managers, and engineers to discuss field related issues.
• Manage scope of work by identification of change conditions or work outside the scope.
• Follow up associated with warranty and maintenance service issues with internal staff and contractors.
• Assist site superintendent with confirmation of owner supplied items scheduled and delivered
• Weekly progress reports of projects.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 4-yr degree in architecture, project management, engineering or related discipline
• Experience in the construction industry (Retail, fuel, restaurant, motel are a plus)

Skills and Physical Demands:

Hard skills:

• General Computer Skills and proficient with Microsoft Office Software Suite

Soft Skills:

• Self-motivated and ability to motivate other to maximize quality, efficiency and consistency in execution of construction activities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong project scheduling and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with members of the project team, subcontractors, contractor's project manager, contractor's site superintendent, and architects
• General knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, processes, materials and products) and their impact to the overall project
• Familiar with all aspects of design, construction, and project management delivery process
• Interpret plans and specifications.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision.
• Overnight travel required.