Construction Manager

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Onsite benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Manager to lead field execution on a large industrial MEP and mechanical construction project at a brewery in Denver, CO. You will oversee piping, HVAC, utilities, and equipment installation, coordinating with engineers, safety, and subcontractors.

The role requires 7+ years of industrial construction experience and 3+ years in a leadership position, with strong scheduling and field operations knowledge.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industrial construction experience.
• 3+ years in a Construction Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience managing mechanical scopes (process piping, equipment, HVAC, utilities).
• Experience in breweries or heavy industrial facilities.
• Knowledge of scheduling, subcontractor mgmt, and field operations.
• Ability to read P&IDs and construction drawings.
• Proficiency with MS Office and construction management software.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work onsite for duration of project.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of large-scale industrial mechanical and MEP work.
• Oversee installation of piping, equipment, HVAC, and utilities.
• Manage onsite construction operations, labor, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with engineering, safety, clients, and trades.
• Drive scheduling and sequencing to meet milestones.
• Ensure safety, quality, and project requirements are met.
• Monitor progress and resolve field issues.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and progress reporting.
• Support startup, commissioning, and turnover activities.

Skills

Industrial construction

CM leadership

P&IDs reading

Process piping

HVAC systems

Subcontractor mgmt

Field supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

OSHA 30

Primavera P6

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Construction Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a Construction Manager to lead the field execution of a large-scale industrial MEP and mechanical construction project at a major brewery facility in the Denver, Colorado area. This role is responsible for overseeing all onsite construction activities related to mechanical systems, process piping, utilities, HVAC, equipment installation, and subcontractor coordination. The Construction Manager will ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing industrial mechanical construction projects within manufacturing, food and beverage, process plant, or heavy industrial environments and possesses strong leadership skills to drive field execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the field execution of large-scale industrial mechanical and MEP construction activities.
• Oversee installation of process piping, mechanical equipment, utilities, HVAC systems, and related infrastructure.
• Manage daily construction operations, subcontractors, craft labor, and field supervision teams.
• Coordinate construction activities with engineering, project management, safety personnel, clients, and subcontractors.
• Drive project scheduling, sequencing, and execution to maintain critical project milestones.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, site requirements, and quality standards.
• Monitor productivity, manpower, and project progress while identifying and resolving field issues.
• Facilitate daily coordination meetings, progress reporting, and communication between project stakeholders.
• Support startup, commissioning, and turnover activities as construction phases are completed.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of industrial construction experience.
• 3+ years of experience serving as a Construction Manager, Superintendent, Site Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong experience managing mechanical construction scopes, including process piping, equipment setting, HVAC, and utility systems.
• Experience supporting industrial manufacturing facilities, food and beverage plants, breweries, chemical plants, power generation facilities, or other heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, subcontractor management, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to travel and work onsite for the duration of the project.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience managing large capital projects within operating manufacturing facilities.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, process piping, industrial utilities, pumps, compressors, conveyors, and equipment installation.
• Experience working in food & beverage, brewery, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing environments.
• Experience with commissioning, startup, and system turnover processes.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
• Experience utilizing Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Familiarity with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project delivery methods.
• Experience coordinating self-perform and subcontracted mechanical construction work.

Work Environment

This position is primarily based onsite at a major brewery facility near Denver, Colorado. The Construction Manager will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and client representatives in an active industrial environment. The role requires frequent field presence, participation in safety meetings, coordination of multiple trades, and oversight of complex mechanical and MEP construction activities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and schedule performance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.