Construction Manager

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Emporia, VA seeks a Construction Manager to lead field execution of assigned projects, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to SOW and schedules.

Ideal candidate has extensive experience with power plants and generation equipment, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple projects in a field setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading field construction and managing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of power generation equipment and balance-of-plant systems.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and site supervision skills.
• Familiarity with contract specs, safety, and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of assigned construction projects.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance remains the priority.
• Maintain awareness of activities and resolve conflicts.
• Maintain a strong physical presence at the job site.
• Perform site inspections to monitor quality of work and materials.
• Inspect work for compliance with contract specs and codes.
• Verify deliverables meet purchase orders and performance requirements.
• Understand SOW and ensure suppliers execute accordingly.
• Identify and report deviations from contract specs to Project Manager.
• Prepare quality inspection reports and project status updates.
• Communicate project issues to contractors, engineers, safety personnel, and management.
• Enforce supplemental terms and safety/environmental requirements.
• Coordinate activities, equipment, sequencing, and schedules to meet deadlines.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Support problem resolution and decision-making in field activities.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety compliance

Multi-project management

Scheduling

Read drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

OSHA 30

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Client Job Title: Construction Manager

Duration: 3 months

Location: Emporia VA, 23847

The Construction Manager will lead and manage the execution of assigned projects in the field, providing construction oversight and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract specifications, schedules, quality requirements, and company standards

.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working at major power plants and with power generation equipment, including turbines, generators, pumps, motors, control systems, electrical/instrumentation systems, operations, and other balance-of-plant systems. This position requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently, communicate effectively, manage multiple projects, and maintain a strong physical presence in the field

.Responsibilitie

• sLead and manage the field execution of assigned construction projects
• .Ensure Safety and Environmental Compliance remain the primary focus for all personnel supporting assigned projects
• .Maintain awareness of construction activities and scheduled work windows and resolve conflicts as they arise
• .Maintain a physical presence at the job site for at least 80% of the duration of the project
• .Perform site construction oversight inspections to monitor the quality of work and materials provided by vendors and subcontractors
• .Inspect construction work for compliance with contract specifications, regulatory requirements, applicable codes, and company standards
• .Verify that clients receives the products and services specified in purchase orders and that they will perform as required
• .Understand project Scope of Work (SOW) and ensure suppliers execute work in accordance with the SOW, clients specifications, and applicable standards
• .Identify and report deviations from contract specifications, approved materials, or project requirements to the Project Manager
• .Prepare quality inspection reports and provide project status updates to management as requested or required
• .Communicate project issues and concerns to contractors, engineers, safety personnel, and management
• .Understand and enforce clients Supplemental Terms & Conditions, including applicable Safety and Environmental Compliance requirements
• .Coordinate construction activities, equipment utilization, work sequencing, and schedules to support project deadlines
• .Manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively
• .Support problem resolution and make sound decisions related to field construction activities

.Required Qualification

• s7+ years of industry experience in construction, engineering, and/or management
• .Minimum 3 years of demonstrated construction management experience
• .Working knowledge of power generation and pollution control equipment
• .Experience with major power plant equipment, including turbines, generators, pumps, motors, control systems, electrical/instrumentation, operations, and balance-of-plant systems
• .General knowledge of construction and operational field work practices, equipment utilization, and work scheduling
• .Strong planning, organization, prioritization, and scheduling skills
• .Ability to manage multiple distinct projects simultaneously
• .Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• .Excellent attention to detail
• .Ability to compare construction specifications and material requirements against physical work and materials
• .Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, instructions, drawings, and specifications
• .Ability to prepare concise and accurate written reports
• .Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• .Familiarity with OSHA scaffolding requirements and industry safety practices
• .Ability to work effectively with management, contractors, engineers, safety personnel, and coworkers
• .OSHA 30 certification preferred
• .Valid driver's license and ability to drive as required
• .Minimum High School Diploma required

.Physical & Field Requirement

sCandidates must be able to qualify for and perform work in a power generation field environment, including

• :Working in confined spaces
• .Climbing stairs, ladders, and other access structures
• .Wearing a respirator when required
• .Walking and standing for extended periods
• .Maintaining a significant physical presence at active construction sites
• .Working around operating power plant equipment and construction activities

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