Construction Manager

Ecolab; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k and pension plans

Vacation and parental leave

Employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a field-based Construction Manager in Plano, Texas, to oversee construction activities across ultrapure water, wastewater, and reclamation projects. This role requires driving safe and high-quality execution from project initiation to final handover, acting as the primary on-site interface.

You will lead construction, manage schedules, supervise installation activities, and oversee daily operations, ensuring adherence to drawings and specifications. The position offers competitive compensation of $105,000-120,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of construction management or site supervision experience.
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings.
• Experience with piping systems (PVC, PP, PE, PVDF, SS, CS).

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction and installation activities.
• Oversee daily field operations and resolve construction issues.
• Manage schedule execution and drive milestone achievement.

Skills

Construction management

Piping systems

Mechanical understanding

Schedule management

Education

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

Job description

We are seeking a field-based Construction Manager to oversee construction activities across ultrapure water (UPW), wastewater, and reclamation projects. In this role, you will drive safe, high-quality execution from project initiation through final handover, serving as the primary on-site interface between engineering, project management, contractors, and site operations.

What You Will Do

• Lead on-site construction and installation activities through commissioning and handover
• Oversee daily field operations and resolve construction issues
• Ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications, and constructability requirements
• Manage schedule execution and drive milestone achievement
• Direct mechanical and electrical/control installation activities
• Supervise rigging and heavy equipment operations
• Oversee piping installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Manage receiving, inspection, storage, and tracking of materials
• Lead coordination meetings with contractors and stakeholders
• Provide regular reporting on progress, risks, and issues while supporting customer interactions

Position Details

• Location: USA (Project Site Assignments)
• Travel: Up to 95% travel depending on project assignment, including domestic and potentially international travel
• Reporting: Reports to Projects Leader with a dotted line to Global Construction Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–8+ years of construction management or site supervision experience
• Experience with piping systems (PVC, PP, PE, PVDF, SS, CS)
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings
• Strong understanding of mechanical and installation practices
• Ability to manage schedules and coordinate field execution
• No Immigration sponsorship provided for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UPW, semiconductor waste/reclaim water, or high-purity water systems operations or installation
• Experience on large EPC or industrial construction projects

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this role is $105,000-120,000. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.