Construction & Development Manager

hire top talent; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition discounts for children and/gr'

Job summary

hire top talent is seeking a Construction & Development Manager to lead commercial and institutional projects from planning to completion. The role offers on-site work with nationwide travel and direct exposure to senior leadership, with a path toward a Director of Development position.

You will oversee new construction, renovations, and site development across multiple locations, ensuring quality, budget control, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Commercial Construction Management, Development Management, or Owner's Representative roles.
• Strong background managing construction budgets, schedules, contractors, and project delivery.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and oversee multi-site projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from design and permitting through completion and handover.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, contracts, bids, and change orders.
• Review construction drawings, monitor site progress, and ensure quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining cost, safety, and programme requirements.
• Support site evaluations, development planning, and regulatory approvals.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.

Skills

Commercial Construction

Development Management

Owner's Representative

Budget Management

Project Delivery

Ground-up Construction

Multi-site Projects

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Location: Sandy, Utah, USA Salary: $125,000–$150,000 per year Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Work Arrangement: On-Site | Nationwide Travel Required

Construction & Development Manager – $125K–$150K

We are seeking an experienced Construction & Development Manager to lead commercial and institutional construction projects from initial planning through successful completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious construction professional looking to take ownership of major projects, work directly with senior leadership, and progress towards a Director of Development position.

You’ll oversee new construction, renovations, and site development projects across multiple locations, ensuring exceptional quality, cost control, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from design and permitting through completion and handover.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, contracts, bids, and change orders.
• Review construction drawings, monitor site progress, and ensure quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining cost, safety, and programme requirements.
• Support site evaluations, development planning, and regulatory approvals.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in Commercial Construction Management, Development Management, or Owner's Representative roles.
• Strong background managing construction budgets, schedules, contractors, and project delivery.
• Experience with ground-up construction, renovations, or multi-site projects.
• Excellent knowledge of construction drawings, building systems, and project coordination.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Willingness to travel nationwide, potentially 50% or more during peak periods.
• Ability to obtain Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification within 90 days.
  

What's on Offer?

• $125,000–$150,000 annual salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Significant tuition discounts for children and grandchildren
• Direct mentorship from senior leadership
• Opportunity to progress towards Director of Development
• Varied construction and development projects across the USA