Construction Manager

McCarl's Technical Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarl's Technical Services is seeking a Construction Manager in Charlotte, NC, to supervise heavy industrial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in construction management, ensuring project safety, quality, and profitability. Key responsibilities include leading on-site teams, managing project budgets, and fostering a culture of high performance and accountability. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills are essential. Travel may be required for project site visits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction leadership and management.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes and major equipment components.
• Proficiency in managing multi-million dollar project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day on-site construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and project specifications.
• Prepare monthly cost projections and value reports.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Project management software

ERP systems

Job description

General Purpose

The Construction Manager is a key member of the project team, responsible for the day-to-day, on-site supervision of heavy industrial construction projects. This role ensures that projects are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards. The Construction Manager works directly with the project team to achieve bottom-line results in safety, quality, productivity, and profitability.

Essential Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Project Delivery.
• Exemplify and promote the company's values, core competencies, and the Talent Advantaged Roadmap.

Project Leadership and Oversight

• Ensure all construction activity is in accordance with the company's safety program and procedures.
• Direct and supervise field personnel and subcontractors to maintain project specifications, delivery dates, and budget compliance.
• Monitor project progress, financial health, and adherence to safety and quality benchmarks.
• Maintain accurate and regular communication regarding all project activities.
• Prepare and present monthly cost projections and earned value reports at project review meetings.
• Represent the company at progress meetings with the customer at all assigned job sites.
• Conduct regular project issue reviews to ensure concerns are managed to maintain the project schedule.
• Ensure project standards and procedures are followed.

Team and Site Management

• Ensure all teammates are trained in safety procedures and ready for tasks.
• Lead and mentor the on-site construction team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Review project schedules and ensure all projects have accurate and updated equipment and manpower requirements.
• Compile construction plans and sequencing including coordinating manpower, equipment and materials.
• Resolve on-site project challenges and conflicts, acting as an escalation point for field personnel.
• Approve hourly workforce overtime as required.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and strategically mitigate project risks, including commercial, contractual, technical, and operational risks inherent in capital projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant industry codes, regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Champion McCarl's Safety and Quality culture, ensuring all projects prioritize and maintain a focus on planning work and mitigating changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction leadership, construction management and project team roles, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in heavy industrial sectors (e.g., Chemical, Power, Oil & Gas, Metals, Environmental).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, or related field) or Construction Management are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million dollar construction project budgets.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes, complex piping systems, major equipment components, and various material types.
• Experience with and understanding of the project life cycle from engineering through construction to startup.
• Experience managing subcontractors and vendors including off-site fabrication.
• Proficiency with project management software, financial tools, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all organizational levels and with external clients.

Physical Requirements

Will regularly sit, use hands/fingers, reach with hands/arms. Will frequently stand, talk/hear, perform repetitive motions. Will occasionally walk, grasp, climb/balance, bend/stoop/kneel/squat/crawl. Lift/Carry up to 20lbs. Push/Pull up to 10lbs. Near & Far vision. Regular travel to project sites, client offices, and other locations is required.

Work Environment

Will regularly be in an office environment with ambient room temperatures, lighting, and traditional office equipment. Will frequently be in industrial facilities, construction sites, or fabrication facilities with varying noise levels and environmental conditions. Employees must use personal protective equipment as deemed necessary by industry/construction safety standards and/or company safety policy and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each activity, duty, and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required; however, they are not comprehensive. Items may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirement

This position may require extended overnight stays for assigned project locations. Travel to project sites, client offices, and other locations is required.