BESS Construction Manager

Saulsbury; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Saulsbury Industries is hiring a Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution of our projects across Odessa, Houston, and remote locations.

You will oversee safety, quality, schedule, and budget, coordinating with the on-site team and subcontractors to deliver high-quality results. A strong focus on safety, leadership, and collaboration is required to drive projects to completion on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction industry experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience on BESS, PV, or similar projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of on-site leadership and accountability for safety, quality, schedule, and budgetary performance.
• Demonstrate visible leadership to uphold Saulsbury standards and ensure all work aligns with core values.
• Develop work plans to safely deliver a quality project.
• Identify issues early and escalate as appropriate.
• Manage resource scheduling including workforce, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead project administrative functions including cost control, progress tracking, scheduling, forecasting, procurement.
• Assist with recruitment and development of construction workforce.
• Guide craft superintendents and subcontractor leadership.
• Collaborate with Project Manager to manage scope change.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Project scheduling

Budget control

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Tools

MS Office

Cost forecasting tools

Job description

Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!

Location: Odessa / Houston / Remote Project Locations

Type: Full Time

General Information/Job Summary

The Construction Manager is accountable for all aspects of the construction scope of work, including safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction. They manage the construction schedule and budget and lead the on-site workforce. They represent Saulsbury's interests and ensure a successful project.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of on-site leadership and accountability for safety, quality, schedule, and budgetary performance.
• Demonstrate visible leadership to uphold Saulsbury standards and ensure all work is conducted in alignment with our core values.
• Develop work plans to safely deliver a quality project.
• Identify potential issues early, resolve or mitigate them, and elevate as appropriate.
• Conduct resource scheduling including company workforce, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead and support project administrative functions including cost control, progress tracking, scheduling, forecasting, procurement, etc.
• Assist with the recruitment and development of the construction workforce.
• Provide direction and guidance to craft superintendents, general foremen, and subcontractor site leadership.
• Work with Project Manager and others to identify and manage scope change.
• Be an effective steward of Saulsbury and Customer resources.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant construction industry experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience on BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), PV, or similar projects.
• Satisfactory completion of a drug screen & background check is required
• Proficiency in various areas of construction (electrical, earthwork, utilities, structures, mechanical, etc.)
• Understanding of various project management aspects including cost and schedule control, forecasting, and contract change management.
• Uncompromising commitment to safety and quality.
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to set goals, uphold standards, generate buy-in, and foster a culture of constructive accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to navigate challenging project issues.
• Ability to travel and/or temporarily relocate to project construction sites.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting / standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk the property and laydown yards.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.

Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.