Construction Manager
Competitive Salary
Location: Remote (USA) with frequent travel to project sites across North America
Reports To: Director of Project Management
About Precision Partners
Precision Partners is a specialist engineering company delivering industrial emissions control, decarbonization and process engineering solutions across North America. We design and deliver complex industrial systems for clients in power generation, biomass, waste-to-energy, glass, cement, metals and manufacturing.
Our projects range from equipment retrofits to complete turnkey installations. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, high-quality projects through strong planning, technical expertise and trusted relationships with our clients and construction partners.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the safe and successful execution of industrial construction projects across North America.
This role is responsible for managing construction activities from mobilization through commissioning, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
You will work closely with Project Managers, engineering teams, subcontractors, clients and suppliers to coordinate field execution and resolve issues before they impact project delivery.
This is a travel-intensive role and is ideal for someone who enjoys being on-site, leading teams and delivering successful industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Management
- Manage on-site construction activities across multiple industrial projects.
- Lead site mobilization and project start-up activities.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives.
- Ensure construction work is completed safely, efficiently and to specification.
- Monitor progress against the project schedule.
- Identify and resolve construction issues before they impact project delivery.
- Ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract requirements.
Health, Safety, & Quality
- Promote a strong safety culture across all projects.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and client safety requirements.
- Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits.
- Lead toolbox talks and site coordination meetings.
- Monitor quality throughout construction.
- Ensure all punch list items are completed prior to project handover.
Project Coordination
- Work closely with Project Managers to achieve project objectives.
- Coordinate engineering support for field issues.
- Review construction drawings for constructability.
- Manage RFIs and field change requests.
- Coordinate equipment deliveries and site logistics.
- Assist with project planning and sequencing.
Commercial Management
- Monitor subcontractor performance.
- Review subcontractor progress and payment applications.
- Identify potential change orders and commercial risks.
- Support cost control initiatives.
- Assist Project Managers with forecasting site progress and costs.
Client Relationships
- Act as Precision Partners’ primary on-site representative.
- Build positive working relationships with clients and contractors.
- Attend project meetings and provide progress updates.
- Maintain a professional presence that reflects the company’s reputation for quality and integrity.
Commissioning Support
- Coordinate mechanical completion activities.
- Support commissioning and start-up.
- Ensure construction documentation is complete.
- Assist with final project closeout and client handover.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical field (or equivalent industry experience).
- 7–15 years of industrial construction experience.
- Experience managing field construction for industrial or heavy industrial projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical equipment installation, structural steel, piping and electrical coordination.
- Experience managing subcontractors.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout North America.
Preferred
- EPC project experience.
- Experience with emissions control systems, power generation, biomass, waste-to-energy or process plants.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software.
- Familiarity with commissioning and plant start-up activities.
Key Skills
- Construction planning and execution
- Contractor management
- Industrial safety leadership
- Schedule management
- Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
- Cost awareness
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Site logistics coordination
- Risk management
What Success Looks Like
Within your first year, you will:
- Successfully manage multiple construction projects with an excellent safety record.
- Deliver projects on schedule while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
- Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
- Proactively identify and resolve site issues before they affect schedule or cost.
- Establish yourself as a trusted field leader representing Precision Partners on every project.
- Contribute to improving construction processes, lessons learned and best practices across the business.
Why Join Precision Partners?
At Precision Partners, you’ll play a critical role in delivering projects that help industries reduce emissions, improve environmental performance and modernize their facilities.
As a growing company, you’ll have the opportunity to shape how projects are executed, work alongside experienced engineering professionals and make a visible impact on every project you lead. If you’re passionate about industrial construction, thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy seeing complex projects come to life, we’d love to hear from you.