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Design & Construction (D&C) Manager

Ferrovial Agroman SA, New York, NY, United States


Job Description
The Design and Construction (D&C) Manager, as a member of the Operations Department, is an essential part of the procurement, implementation and operation stages of the company project portfolio. The D&C Manager is responsible for design, construction and environmental related aspects, strategic analysis and management when pursuing new project opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the technical aspects related to Design and Construction throughout project bidding phase (Project Proposal preparation). This includes but is not limited to:

Leading the relations with Business Development department

Overseeing all D&C aspects of the Proposal and defining the technical approach for the Project Proposal

Leading the coordination with external technical consultants during the preparation of Project Proposals

Facilitating coordination of project designers with Traffic and Revenue and Operations teams

Preparing D&C cost estimates

Providing technical input for the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) cost models

Supervising and conducting lifecycle O&M cost analysis to optimize lifetime maintenance strategy

Managing and conducting project risk analysis

Preparation of Technical Documents to be submitted as part of the Project Proposal

Attending project meetings with partners and clients, preparing and presenting the proposed technical solutions

Presentation and discussion of Project Proposals technical aspects for company executives

Managing Lender’s Due Diligence process and support Project Finance team in technical aspects related to negotiations with bondholders and rating agencies

Provide technical support to concession companies in Cintra US’s portfolio during project implementation and operational phases, this includes but is not limited to:

Provide technical input on the optimization of design and construction and operation and maintenance (whole life approach)

Participate in the annual revision of budgets

Implement best operation practices in concession companies

Prepare annual cost benchmarking reports with other projects in the portfolio

Management and coordination of external technical consultants for operating concessions forensic works

Provide technical support on design, operation and maintenance aspects at project implementation and operations

Analyze pavement grades and forecast durability and costs in the concession projects in order to recommend options for future projects as well as audit and oversee pavement quality on Cintra US’s portfolio

Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well‑defined tasks, which may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions

Performs field observations for new project’s procurements and for construction works where appropriate

Performs other duties as the supervisor may deem necessary

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to fulfill those duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural or Transportation Engineering

7-10+ years of experience in highway or roadway design or in horizontal construction experience is required

Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred

Professional Qualities

Effectively manage tasks and deadlines with independence

Ability to interact with colleagues in a self‑managed team structure

Must be able to multitask, solve problems and implement innovative processes within a fast‑paced environment

Capable of developing technical writing and communications skills

Computer Skills

Must be able to demonstrate computer proficiency, especially with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and other PC based programs

Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD and Geopack preferred

VUE Works (asset management tool) and ArcGIS experience is desirable

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet

Some travel required; may include occasional air travel

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus, as necessary to use a computer

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit

Occasional visits to the construction site may require exposure to moderate‑to‑loud noise levels and walking over uneven terrain

Equal Opportunity Employment
Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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