Construction Management I

ENGIE Group; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

ESPP

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Wellness days

Job summary

ENGIE North America seeks a Construction Manager I to support utility infrastructure projects at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. You will oversee development through closeout, partnering with senior managers on larger initiatives to ensure successful delivery.

The role emphasizes site visits, safety, documentation, and KPI tracking. A CM/Engineering degree or 4 years of related experience, strong communication, and cross-team coordination are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering or related field, or 4 years of relevant experience.
• 1+ year of experience supporting construction projects, capital projects, or utility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of means, methods, sequencing, field operations and safety practices.
• Experience maintaining project docs, daily reports, schedules, KPIs or similar records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to manage priorities and records.
• Familiarity with CM software and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility infrastructure projects from development through construction, closeout and handover.
• Conduct routine site visits to support safe, efficient, compliant execution.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and project partners.
• Promote ENGIE's Health, Safety, and Environment program and compliance.
• Track progress, safety metrics, schedule performance and KPIs.
• Review change orders, RFIs, submittals, notices and supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to align schedules and budget baselines.
• Develop and maintain construction management plans with Project Managers.

Skills

Project coordination

Construction management

Safety compliance

Documentation & records

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management software

Digital dashboards/tools

Job description

At ENGIE, every infrastructure project we deliver helps build a more sustainable future. We are seeking a Construction Manager I to join our Capital Projects team supporting utility infrastructure projects at the University of Iowa.

In this role, you will help manage capital projects across two university campuses, with individual project values typically ranging from $100,000 to $20 million. You'll oversee projects from development through construction and closeout while partnering with experienced Construction Managers on larger and more complex initiatives. This position offers an opportunity to build your construction management expertise while contributing to critical energy and utility infrastructure improvements.

What You’ll Do

• Lead utility infrastructure projects from development through construction, closeout, and handover to Operations & Maintenance and Asset Management teams
• Conduct routine site visits and monitor field activities to support safe, efficient, and compliant project execution
• Manage multiple concurrent construction projects and coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project partners
• Support ENGIE's Health, Safety, and Environment program by promoting safe work practices and partnering with contractors to maintain compliance
• Track and report construction progress, safety metrics, schedule performance, work activities, and regulatory requirements using project KPIs
• Review and administer project documentation, including change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, notices, and supplier agreements
• Collaborate with project teams, campus stakeholders, contractors, and vendors to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and maintain project alignment
• Develop and maintain construction management plans with Project Managers to support successful project delivery against approved scope, schedule, and budget baselines

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; in lieu of a degree four (4) years of relevant experience in construction, infrastructure, utilities project delivery
• At least one (1) year of experience supporting construction projects, capital projects, utility infrastructure, industrial facilities, energy projects, or similar environments
• Knowledge of construction means and methods, project sequencing, field operations, and jobsite safety practices
• Experience maintaining project documentation, daily reports, schedules, progress tracking, inspections, KPIs, or other construction recordsAbility to coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders while supporting project execution and issue resolution
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate project records
• Familiarity with construction management software, scheduling tools, and digital project management systems
• This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy; and is not eligible for remote work
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record; for the use of company, hire cars, and personal vehicles to drive to site locations
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Physically able to walk and inspect construction sites for extended periods in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable working in a field-based, hands-on environment with tools and equipment as needed

Compensation

Hourly Range: $30.43 - $40.86 USD

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

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