Construction Manager

Forgen; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Bonuses

Paid time off

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Wellness programs

Employee awards

Job summary

A leading construction company in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking a Construction Manager responsible for executing projects with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and profit management. The candidate must have at least ten years of experience in Heavy Civil Construction, overseeing teams and operations. The role includes managing project schedules, recruiting staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of Heavy Civil Construction experience.
• Experience in supervising teams and managing field operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel.
• Experience in leading safety meetings and initiatives.
• Experience in assisting with proposals and construction strategy.
• Experience with interacting with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Experience with Business Development to help upcoming bids with production rates and teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel, with strong technical and equipment knowledge.
• Experienced in supervising and motivating teams, with understanding of employee duties and safety programs.
• Skilled in reading project plans, equipment selection, and aligning decisions with company interests.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work across management levels and with clients.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive for business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of assigned projects and safety leadership.
• Recruit and manage construction professionals.
• Assist Project Managers with cost administration and scheduling.
• Oversee profit and loss responsibilities for operations as assigned.
• Communicate clear assignments to field personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Assist Project Managers with basic project schedules and critical path logic.
• Provide equipment and support for project execution as directed.
• Manage disciplinary actions, layoffs, or reassignments of craft personnel.
• Ensure execution of all activities per plans, quality standards, and safety.
• Support cost administration including forecasts and production planning.
• Follow procurement policies and assist in subcontractor selection and tracking.
• Perform additional assignments and projects as directed.

Skills

Heavy Civil Construction

Safety leadership

Project management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Project management software

Job description

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Position Summary

Construction Manager is responsible for execution of assigned projects including: safety leadership, quality, profit and loss, regulatory compliance, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, assisting project management in contract administration, cost administration and executing the project plans, schedule, and meeting all project operational goals.

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for the successful execution of assigned projects and is the primary Field interface between Project Management, superintendents, and assigned craft, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Recruits, trains, and manages a team of construction professionals, including site supervisors, foremen, and laborers.
• Foster a positive work environment, promoting safety, accountability, and adherence to company policies and regulations.
• Responsible for in part the profit and loss of operations, as assigned.
• Communicates assignments and responsibilities to assigned field personnel as directed by assigned Project Manager via both written and orally.
• Assists Project Managers in generating basic project schedules and reading and understanding critical path logic projects generated by Project Management.
• Provides the necessary equipment for effective execution at the direction of the assigned Project Manager.
• Responsible for disciplinary actions, holding craft accountable and end of project layoffs and/or reassignment of craft personnel.
• Responsible for execution of all project activities to construct the project per the plans and specifications including quality and safe project execution.
• Assists Project Managers with cost administration including monthly forecasts and determining weekly and monthly production quantities.
• Follows all company procurement policies in purchasing materials and assisting in subcontractor selection and tracking.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of Heavy Civil Construction and soil improvement supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Experience must include overseeing superintendents, foremen, craft labor, directing field operations and subcontractors, and building schedules.
• Experience in leading safety meetings and initiatives.
• Experience in assisting with the preparation of proposals and assisting Project Management in strategy and construction methodology.
• Experience with interacting with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Experience working with Business Development to help upcoming bids with production rates and teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel, with strong technical and equipment knowledge.
• Experienced in supervising and motivating teams, with deep understanding of employee duties and safety programs.
• Skilled in reading project plans, equipment selection, and aligning decisions with company interests.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to high standards, capable of working across all management levels and with clients.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Preferred Qualifications

• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training.
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.

Forgen is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status.