Construction Manager

NextEdge; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge in Columbia, SC seeks a Construction Manager to oversee planning, execution, and completion of construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and resources while ensuring safety and quality.

You will coordinate with clients and stakeholders, lead on-site crews and subcontractors, and coach teams to meet timelines and deliver superior outcomes. Strong documentation and risk-management skills are essential. Occasional regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in construction management or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Define scopes of work and construction guidelines.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance on site.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Site inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 30

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Summary/Objective

The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects. This includes managing budgets, schedules, and resources while ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality requirements. The role involves strategic decision-making, administrative oversight, and coordination with stakeholders to drive project success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee project schedules, budgets, and documentation ensuring alignment with organizational and strategic objectives.
• Leverage expertise to create construction guidelines and define comprehensive scopes of work.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards while maintaining safe, clean, and orderly work environments.
• Direct and coordinate construction resources, including tools, equipment,personneland materials, to optimize project execution.
• Prepare detailed project documentation such as bill of materials, safety compliance records, and progress reports, demonstrating a high level of administrative proficiency.
• Conduct site inspections to validate construction quality and compliance with company and client standards.
• Track project deliverables and manage change requests with sound decision-making and discretion.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure successful outcomes.
• Lead and support operational teams by managing internalcrewsandsubcontractors,monitoring progress, and meeting timelines efficiently.
• Provide leadership throughonsitetraining and coaching, offering constructive feedback to promote team growth and effectiveness.
• Apply extensive knowledge of construction processes to guide strategic project planning, risk management, and budgeting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 8+ years of experience in construction management or a related field.

Preferred And Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• OSHA 30
• Advanced education in construction, project management, ora relateddiscipline.
• Proficiency in project management and administrative tools and software, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Skills Required

• Proven expertise in managing multiple projects across a region or market, ensuring high-quality results and efficiency.
• Advanced ability to interpret construction drawings, technical documentation, and lead on-sitecrew/contractor coordination.
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to multitask and adapt to complex project demands.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and team-building abilities to foster collaboration and professional growth.
• Highly self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering superior outcomes.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Provide direction to staff, motivating collaboration to meet productivity targets.
• Mentor and train staff to support professional development, with an emphasis on NextEdge best practices.
• Offer constructive feedback and address performance issues in accordance with company policies.

Work Environment /Physical Demands/Travel Required

• Office and field environment; work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Travel within the region as required.

AAP/EEO Statement

NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.