Description
Construction managers are responsible for the planning and coordination of the construction projects. They provide expertise in the design phase of construction projects by facilitating a better estimate of the costs and the functional implications. They participate on bid processes for construction projects and handle subcontractors to deliver the different stages of the construction process from beginning to completion. They strive to enhance the value of the projects both improving efficiency and creating value for customers.
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Theoretical Knowledge
quality standardsconstruction industryproject managementcivil engineeringconstruction product regulationbuilding materials industryconstruction equipment related to building materialscost managementbudgetary principlesgreen building practicesenergy conservationnuclear energyquantity surveyingenvironmental legislationradiation protectionenergy efficiencyproject commissioningbuilding construction principlestotal quality controlconstruction methodscontract lawcorporate social responsibility
Practical Skills
communicate with construction crewswork in a construction teamcalculate needs for construction suppliesensure compliance with legal requirementscheck construction complianceidentify customer's needsapply safety managementmanage contractsprepare construction documentsreview construction projectsidentify construction materials from blueprintsadvise on construction materialsoversee construction projectinterpret technical requirementsplan construction of housesliaise with architectsmanage construction archivemonitor parameters' compliance in construction projectsparticipate in governmental tendersfollow nuclear plant safety precautionsintegrate building requirements in the architectural designdesign power plant systemsorder construction suppliesensure compliance with environmental legislationmanage environmental impactreview construction plans authorisationsmonitor contractor performancemanage budgetscarry out tenderingensure compliance with construction project deadlineaudit contractorsconsider building constraints in architectural designscommunicate with customersintegrate engineering principles in architectural design