Construction Manager

Bilfinger Berger SE; Inwood (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger Industrial Services Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager for large chemical/manufacturing plant projects. You will plan, schedule, budget, and execute self-perform and subcontracted work to meet safety, cost, and quality targets.

Responsibilities include bid package prep, detailed estimates, subcontractor coordination, and ensuring adherence to contract requirements. Occasional travel may be required; a Bachelor's in a related field is highly desired.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the industrial or commercial construction industry.
• Experience in civil, structural and architectural of new construction, alterations, and maintenance.
• Overseeing chemical, manufacturing, engineering and office facility operations and systems.
• Extensive knowledge of construction means, methods, codes and regulations.
• Experience producing detailed estimates.
• Adapt to a fast-paced work environment and demonstrate integrity.
• Lead and mentor project teams; strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office, MS Project, and PM software.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and manages projects within budget, on time, and with quality.
• Develops detailed project scope, estimates, and change management.
• Solicits and negotiates subcontractor proposals; manages buy-out.
• Establishes and maintains schedules; tracks progress and submittals.
• Supports business development and client communications.
• Ensures compliance with HSEQ guidelines and local requirements.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Estimating

Subcontractor mgmt

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Mentor/train

Construction means/methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

The Construction Manager is responsible for performing detailed planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of construction projects (self-perform and subcontracted) on a large chemical and manufacturing plant. They will prepare bid packages for subcontract work and ensure work is executed in line with safety, cost, schedule, and quality targets, as well as corporate and client expectations. The value of projects will vary based on overall complexity, but in general the position will oversee multiple simultaneous projects ranging from $2,000 to $5,000,000 each.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the industrial or commercial construction industry, industrial preferred
• Previous experience in civil, structural and architectural of new construction, alterations, and maintenance to facilities. Detailed task experience with: scheduling, ordering, field supervision, quality control, and production of all phases of construction
• Previous experience overseeing projects chemical, manufacturing, engineering and office facility operations and systems highly desired
• Extensive knowledge of construction and engineering means and methods, building codes and regulations
• Experience in producing detailed estimates
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to:
• Adapt and be flexible to frequent changes in a fast‑paced work environment
• Demonstrate integrity consistent with Bilfinger Industrial Services’ core values
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, providing leadership, guidance, and support to project teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to include clear, concise, and professional presentation of information
• Adapt to the constantly evolving world of technology, design, means and methods, systems may include but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project, other construction project management software and tools
• Mentor and train assistant level operations team members
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field highly desired

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Plans, coordinates, and manages all facets necessary to complete projects within budget, on time, and deliver quality work. Reviews and inputs to design packages for constructability and completeness. Creates and manages project budgets. Collaborates with project team (client, engineers, field staff, and subcontractors) effectively and continuously throughout projects. Manages delivery order execution in accordance with contract requirements and project management procedures. Attends pre‑issuance to determine existing conditions and client needs. Develops detailed project scope of work to include sketches & preliminary approximations of types of materials to be used and basic quantity counts. Reviews the proposal scope of work, specifications, and drawings to ensure they clearly define the project requirements and client expectations. Prepares a detailed proposal package based on the scope of work and the line item estimate. Submits to client and attends negotiations to support the proposal as submitted. Negotiates with the client as necessary. Establishes logs and tracks required submittals and requests for information. Reviews for compliance with the contract documents. Coordinates project close‑out, including obtaining required documentation, assisting in pre‑final inspections and As‑Built drawings. Coordinates work activities and manages & communicates change.
• Estimating: Performs independent review of detailed estimates prepared by others; prepares detailed estimates based on technical specifications, scope of work and drawings or sketches, including detailed quantity take‑offs for each job order. Confirms that all necessary line items are included in the estimate and any unnecessary items are excluded. Prepares quantity take‑offs and enters them into procurement software. Develops pricing for non‑scheduled line items; coordinates with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to procure materials and resources. Manages project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost‑effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Subcontractor Management: Solicits detailed proposal information from at least three vendors and/or subcontractors with all supporting documentation on equipment, material and labor costs for materials or equipment not covered in an industry standard manual or for work to be performed by subcontractor; evaluates vendor and subcontractor proposals to confirm compliance with scope of work; negotiates delivery order subcontractor agreements based on this information; coordinates subcontractor buy‑out, arranging and attending site visits with subcontractors, tracking subcontractor proposals and entering required data in project management software; reviews subcontractor proposals to ensure compliance with project requirements; negotiates with subcontractors and prepares detailed subcontractor agreements.
• Scheduling: Establishes and maintains project start, progress, and completion schedules ensuring adherence to timelines and milestones; manages the project(s) utilizing the schedule, RFI and submittal logs, cost information and status meetings to ensure a timely and profitable completion.
• Business Development: Works closely with client and operations management to support the identification, pursuit and acquisition of new and repeat work; identifies new business prospects for sponsorship; participates in the planning and implementation of capture plans for sponsored projects; contributes to the development of technical and pricing proposals for those projects; promotes the growth of earned revenues and gross profit on existing projects.
• Safety: Ensures compliance with Bilfinger Industrial Services’ Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) guidelines and procedures along with all local requirements (OSHA, etc.)

Occasional travel may be required.

Physical Demands

• The ability to walk terrain and surfaces that may be far, uneven, or temporary
• The ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, talk and hear
• The ability to frequently use hands to finger, handle or feel
• The ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, squat, or reach
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, on the basis of traits historically associated with race (including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), or any other status protected by the law.

Bilfinger Industrial Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Please reach out to Jason Alan Jaure ([e-mail]) in case of any questions related to this position.