Construction Manager

Ameresco; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameresco, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager to lead on-site execution of a modular central utility plant project in Denton, Texas. You will oversee day-to-day construction activities, coordinate with engineering and operations, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

This full-time on-site role requires 7+ years of experience in industrial or utility infrastructure projects, strong drawing interpretation skills, and proficiency with Procore and PlanGrid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing industrial, institutional, or utility infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong ability to interpret P&IDs, one-line diagrams, equipment submittals, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Deep understanding of construction methods, system tie-ins, commissioning processes, and utility infrastructure best practices.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience in higher education campus environments.
• Demonstrated success managing equipment replacement and retrofit projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site construction activities for modular central utility plant installations.
• Coordinate with the Senior Project Manager, engineers, commissioning agents, and facility operators.
• Plan and manage complex shutdowns, tie-ins, and phasing to minimize disruption.
• Regularly inspect site progress, workmanship, and safety compliance.
• Lead subcontractor coordination and review bids and change requests.
• Provide progress updates including look-ahead schedules and risk logs.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, rigging plans, crane operations and site logistics.
• Assist in startup, commissioning, and system turnover activities.
• Support closeout documentation including as-builts and warranties.

Skills

Project leadership

Reading engineering drawings

Submittal review

MS Office proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Construction Manager

NOTE: This position is full time on-site in Denton, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and embrace Ameresco's "Culture of Safety", ensuring strict adherence to all safety policies, especially within energized and operational utility environments.

• Oversee daily on-site construction activities for the installation of a new modular central utility plant (chillers, cooling towers, pumps and electrical systems).

• A portion of the work will impact a fully operational CUP, maintaining continuous service to critical campus and facility infrastructure.

• Coordinate closely with the Senior Project Manager, engineers, commissioning agents, and facility operators to ensure constructability, system integration, and operational continuity.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager to plan and manage complex shutdowns, tie-ins, and phasing strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to campus or facility operations.

• Conduct regular site walks to monitor progress, workmanship, system installation quality, and compliance with project specifications.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager leading subcontractor coordination, including sequencing of mechanical, electrical, controls, and specialty trades.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager to review and validate subcontractor scopes, bids, and change requests with emphasis on high-value mechanical and electrical systems.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager to provide detailed progress updates including look-ahead schedules, outage plans, and risk logs to the Senior Project Manager and client.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager to coordinate equipment deliveries, rigging plans, crane operations, and site logistics associated with large utility equipment replacement.

• Assist the Senior Project manager to identify and mitigate schedule and operational risks, particularly those impacting ongoing plant operations.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager to align construction sequencing with procurement and long-lead equipment delivery timelines.

• Assist the Sr. Project Manager with budget tracking, cost forecasting, and change management, especially for complex MEP scopes.

• Review subcontractor invoices, material receipts, and labor reports for accuracy.

• Implement quality control processes including functional testing, inspections, punch lists, and system turnover documentation.

• Support start-up, commissioning, and system integration activities in coordination with engineering and operations teams.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager with all closeout documentation, including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranties, are complete and accurate.

• Assist in the smooth transition of systems to facility operations and maintenance teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience managing industrial, institutional, or utility infrastructure construction projects, with a strong emphasis on central utility plants or similar facilities.

• Strong ability to interpret P&IDs, one-line diagrams, equipment submittals, shop drawings, and specifications.

• Deep understanding of construction methods, system tie-ins, commissioning processes, and utility infrastructure best practices.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education campus environments, including coordination with campus stakeholders and phased construction in active facilities.

• Demonstrated experience managing equipment replacement and retrofit projects involving major mechanical and electrical systems.

• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors in high-risk, operational environments.

• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, PlanGrid) and Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Project.

• Demonstrated success managing projects in mission-critical or continuously operating facilities.

• OSHA 30 certification or more safety training.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex operational constraints.

Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.