Construction Manager

Summary
The Construction Manager supports and guides construction activities across assigned projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, Procurement, contractors, and site personnel to ensure construction execution aligns with scope, schedule, budget, safety, and contractual requirements. The Construction Manager serves as the primary liaison between company and contractors, fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring work is performed in accordance with project and site safety requirements.


Location: Onsite in Oak Ridge, TN 
Salary Range: Depending on Experience

Responsibilities:

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with site safety requirements, applicable regulations, and safe work practices.
• Support project planning, needs assessments, and evaluation of alternative construction approaches.
• Assist with development, maintenance, and oversight of detailed construction schedules.
• Provide overall construction support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Project Managers to guide and execute construction projects in accordance with project objectives.
• Support development of Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Assist in evaluating contractor bids and proposals and support determination of best-value contractor selection.
• Direct and oversee Construction Coordinators and field support personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors.
• Lead pre-construction meetings, routine status meetings, safety meetings, and project closeout meetings.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with project requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations.
• Manage contractor-related issues including change orders, differing site conditions, safety concerns, and contractual matters.
• Maintain and monitor the construction schedule to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate with Procurement regarding vendor selection, materials, contract types, and proposal evaluations.
• Manage site logistics and field coordination activities.
• Facilitate communication between site teams, contractors, and project leadership.
• Resolve field issues while prioritizing personnel safety and minimizing impacts to project execution.
• Review and approve contractor payment requests in alignment with contract terms and progress achieved.

Minimum Qualifications:

Benefits:

All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement:

MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [email protected].

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