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GSP Construction Leader (Gen)

Chester, VA 23836

Posted: 03/25/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Construction Management Job Number: 631460 Is job remote?: No Country:

Job Description


Job Specifics:
The Construction Leader position supports the project management team in the execution of capital projects.
  • Experience required with major civil projects including but not limited to earthwork, CCR excavation, road construction, and stormwater management.
  • Candidates must be highly motivated, be able to work with minimum supervision, and have effective communication skills.
  • Candidates must be able to qualify for work in the field including confined space, climbing stairs and ladders, wearing a respirator, etc.
  • Ensure capital projects are executed with Safety and Environmental Compliance as the primary focus of all personnel supporting his/her projects.
  • The Construction Leader is expected to maintain a physical presence in the field for at least 90% of the duration of the workday and address issues as they arise with the contractor and project management team.
  • Responsible for performing site construction oversight inspections to monitor the field quality of work and materials provided by vendors and subcontractors.
  • Under the supervision of the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager, inspects work quality and adherence to contract specifications to meet regulatory requirements, codes and company standards using visual observation, construction knowledge and application of skills.
  • Ensure Dominion is getting the products and services specified in the PO, and to ensure the products and services will perform as required.
  • The Construction Leader must understand the Scope of Work (SOW) and ensure the Supplier executes the work according to the SOW, and all applicable Dominion Specifications and Standards.
  • Any deviations from contract specifications or materials that are identified are to be reported to the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager.
  • Provide quality inspection reports/status updates to management upon request or as needed. Provide feedback to contractors, engineers, safety personnel and general management concerning issues or concerns being encountered. Know and understand Dominion's Supplemental Terms & Conditions, including a general knowledge of the Safety and Environmental Compliance standards therein, that are expected to be executed successfully by the Supplier.

Qualifications/Experience:
  • Working knowledge of construction and operational field work practices, equipment utilization and work component scheduling.
  • Demonstrates skill in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work to meet construction deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively with management and co-workers and to make effective decisions.
  • Skilled in problem solving, attention to detail. Skilled in comparing construction specifications and material requirements to physical and material work products.
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting manuals, technical instructions and drawings, with an ability to accurately prepare brief written reports.
  • Skilled in use of personal computer and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Familiarity with OSHA industrial safe work practices.
  • 5+ years of industry experience in the field of construction, engineering, and/or management. OSHA 30 preferred.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.