Construction Manager

EWI Recruitment; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi is seeking a Wind Construction Manager to lead on-site construction and turbine installation for a large onshore wind project in Colorado or Illinois. You will manage construction crews, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on site.

The role requires 5+ years in wind farm construction or renewable energy projects, hands-on leadership, and strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in wind farm construction, turbine installation, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience leading construction teams and coordinating multiple subcontractors.
• On-site full-time work in Illinois.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily wind farm construction and turbine installation activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, installation crews, crane operators, and logistics providers.
• Ensure activities comply with safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, and installation progress.
• Oversee turbine component deliveries, storage, pre-assembly, and installation activities.
• Coordinate heavy lifting operations, crane mobilisation, and site logistics.
• Lead daily construction meetings and progress reviews.
• Identify and resolve construction challenges, delays, and technical issues.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, QA/QC, and commissioning teams.
• Maintain construction records and project documentation.
• Support handover activities and ensure schedules and budgets are met.

Skills

Wind farm construction

Turbine installation

Team leadership

Subcontractor management

Safety compliance (OSHA)

Job description

Wind Construction Manager

About the Role

We are working with a global wind turbine manufacturer seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead construction and installation activities on a large-scale onshore wind project in Colorado or Illinois.

This is a site-based role requiring a hands-on leader with strong experience in wind farm construction, turbine installation, subcontractor management, and HSE compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily wind farm construction and turbine installation activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, installation crews, crane operators, and logistics providers.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with project safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor construction schedules, milestones, and installation progress.
• Oversee turbine component deliveries, storage, pre-assembly, and installation activities.
• Coordinate heavy lifting operations, crane mobilisation, and site logistics.
• Lead daily construction meetings, toolbox talks, and progress reviews.
• Identify and resolve construction challenges, delays, and technical issues.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, and resource allocation.
• Work closely with project management, engineering, QA/QC, and commissioning teams.
• Maintain accurate construction records, reports, and project documentation.
• Support mechanical completion, punch-list management, and project handover activities.
• Ensure all works are completed within agreed schedules and budgets.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in wind farm construction, turbine installation, or renewable energy projects.
• Previous experience as a Construction Manager, Installation Manager, Site Manager, or Senior Site Manager.
• Strong knowledge of wind turbine installation processes and construction sequencing.
• Experience managing large construction teams and multiple subcontractors.
• Understanding of heavy lifting operations and crane management.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience with project scheduling, progress reporting, and quality documentation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Illinois.
• Valid driver's licence and eligibility to work in the USA.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience on utility-scale wind farm projects in North America.
• Experience with turbine erection, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of EPC project environments and large-scale renewable construction projects.
• Experience coordinating crane contractors, installation subcontractors, and logistics providers.
• Familiarity with mechanical completion and commissioning handover procedures.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.