Construction Manager

Sterling Engineering; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

PTO

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Site Manager to oversee equipment installation and project execution at customer facilities in the Charlotte, NC area. The role requires hands-on leadership with 80% travel across the U.S.

and North America, directing 20–30 field personnel, coordinating with project managers, and ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in large-scale site or construction management in regulated industries, experience with process

Qualifications

• 5+ years in large-scale site or construction management in process equipment installations.
• Experience in highly regulated environments (pharma/biopharma, food, energy).
• Proven track record managing large installation projects and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site installation and execution for large-scale process equipment.
• Coordinate site activities, resources, schedules, materials, and subcontractors with PM teams.
• Supervise installation, commissioning, startup, and qualification activities.
• Lead 20–30 person teams; serve as primary on-site customer contact.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee deliveries, inspections, staging, and storage.
• Troubleshoot scheduling, staffing, and resource challenges.
• Provide on-site training and contribute to improved field execution processes.

Skills

Site management

Field leadership

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Site Manager – Process Equipment Installation

Location: Charlotte, NC Area

Travel: Approximately 80% throughout the U.S. and North America

Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 + Bonus

About the Opportunity

Our client is an established global provider of engineered process systems and equipment serving highly regulated manufacturing industries, including pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications. With significant growth across the U.S., they are expanding their field operations and seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee equipment installation and project execution at customer facilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on site leader who enjoys working in the field, managing teams, solving problems, and taking ownership of complex installation projects.

What You'll Do

• Lead on‑site installation and execution activities for large‑scale process equipment and systems.
• Plan and coordinate site activities, resources, schedules, materials, and subcontractors in partnership with project management teams.
• Supervise installation, assembly, commissioning, startup, and qualification activities.
• Lead and coordinate teams of approximately 20–30 employees, with team size varying by project.
• Serve as the primary on‑site contact for customers and coordinate closely with internal project managers and company leadership.
• Maintain high standards for safety, quality, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee equipment and material deliveries, inspections, staging, and proper storage.
• Troubleshoot technical, scheduling, staffing, and resource challenges and drive issues through resolution.
• Identify and manage non‑conformances and ensure work is completed according to project specifications and contractual requirements.
• Provide on‑site training and guidance to project teams and contribute to improving field execution processes.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in large‑scale site or construction management, preferably involving process equipment or industrial system installations.
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment, such as pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food manufacturing, energy, utilities, or another regulated industry.
• Proven experience managing large installation projects and field teams.
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements, site safety, and safe work practices.
• Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, startup, qualification, or similar project execution activities.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications, project requirements, and contractual documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to remain composed in a fast‑paced field environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, internal teams, subcontractors, and international colleagues.
• Highly self‑motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Willingness to travel approximately 80% for project assignments.
• Charlotte, NC area residence strongly preferred.
• Must be able to meet customer site access and background screening requirements.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $130,000–$150,000 base salary + bonus
• Travel, lodging, and transportation expenses covered by the company
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with matching, and PTO
• Structured onboarding and ongoing technical training
• Exposure to innovative process equipment and complex industrial projects
• Opportunity to help establish and grow a U.S. field service organization
• Significant autonomy with support from an experienced global team
• Clear potential to progress into a Service Manager/leadership position
• Hybrid flexibility when not traveling

If you have a strong background managing field installations in a regulated industrial environment and are looking for an opportunity with significant ownership and long‑term growth potential, we'd like to hear from you.