Construction Manager

mstechnologyinc; Oak Park (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

MSTI is seeking a Construction Manager for onsite work in Oak Ridge, TN, to oversee construction activities, ensure safety culture, and align work with scope, schedule, and budget.

The role requires coordinating with Project Managers, Procurement, contractors, and site personnel, and supporting SOW/RFP development and contractor evaluations. U.S. citizenship and DOE-related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Relevant experience managing construction projects in industrial, commercial, government, or DOE environments preferred.
• Commitment to construction safety and strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with site safety requirements.
• Support project planning, needs assessments, and evaluation of construction approaches.
• Maintain and oversee detailed construction schedules.
• Provide construction support throughout project lifecycle.
• Guide and execute projects with Project Managers.
• Assist in development of SOWs, RFQs, and RFPs.
• Evaluate bids and support contractor selection.
• Direct Construction Coordinators and field staff.
• Serve as primary contact for contractors.
• Lead pre-construction and status meetings and safety meetings.
• Monitor performance for quality and safety.

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Contract administration

Leadership

Communication

Safety culture

DOE environment

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Engineering)

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Summary The Construction Manager supports and guides construction activities across assigned projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, Procurement, contractors, and site personnel to ensure construction execution aligns with scope, schedule, budget, safety, and contractual requirements. The Construction Manager serves as the primary liaison between company and contractors, fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring work is performed in accordance with project and site safety requirements.
Location: Onsite in Oak Ridge, TN
Salary Range: Depending on Experience
Responsibilities:

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with site safety requirements, applicable regulations, and safe work practices.
• Support project planning, needs assessments, and evaluation of alternative construction approaches.
• Assist with development, maintenance, and oversight of detailed construction schedules.
• Provide overall construction support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Project Managers to guide and execute construction projects in accordance with project objectives.
• Support development of Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Assist in evaluating contractor bids and proposals and support determination of best-value contractor selection.
• Direct and oversee Construction Coordinators and field support personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors.
• Lead pre-construction meetings, routine status meetings, safety meetings, and project closeout meetings.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with project requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations.
• Manage contractor-related issues including change orders, differing site conditions, safety concerns, and contractual matters.
• Maintain and monitor the construction schedule to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate with Procurement regarding vendor selection, materials, contract types, and proposal evaluations.
• Manage site logistics and field coordination activities.
• Facilitate communication between site teams, contractors, and project leadership.
• Resolve field issues while prioritizing personnel safety and minimizing impacts to project execution.
• Review and approve contractor payment requests in alignment with contract terms and progress achieved.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience managing construction projects in industrial, commercial, government, or DOE environments preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to construction safety, including experience leading projects with a strong safety culture and compliance with established safety programs.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, contract administration, contractor oversight, and field execution.
• Ability to lead meetings, manage multiple stakeholders, and drive issue resolution.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• DOE Q Clearance preferred.

Benefits:

All eligible employees enjoy an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, short/long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off including holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Statement:

MSTI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. MSTI is an E-Verify employer. If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [e-mail].

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