Construction Manager, Aviation Infrastructure

Woolpert; Jackson (WY); On-site; USD 87,100 - 108,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Career development

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Woolpert is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineer & Inspection team in St. George, Utah to support our Aviation market. Lead field teams, oversee inspection, ensure contract compliance, and drive project quality and safety on infrastructure and airport projects.

You will coordinate with design engineers, PMs, and clients, review submittals, and manage documentation while traveling ~60% to western U.S. sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 15+ years of construction management or project management experience.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering and land development construction practices, including means and methods.
• Experience with construction inspection, observation reporting, and quantity tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• OSHA 10‑Hour Construction Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to safely navigate construction sites and comply with all safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction inspection activities for infrastructure and aviation projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Lead and supervise inspection staff, providing direction, mentorship, and performance oversight.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
• Monitor contractor performance, including reviewing submittals and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Oversee quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
• Provide on‑site leadership, including issuing field direction and supporting resolution of construction issues.
• Track project progress, prepare daily and weekly reports, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Develop meeting agendas, facilitate discussions, and document meeting minutes.
• Support project budgeting and scheduling efforts.
• Review certified payrolls for compliance with Davis‑Bacon wage requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of as‑built drawings.
• Promote and enforce job site safety standards and procedures.

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring an experienced Construction Manager to join our dynamic Construction Engineer & Inspection team in St. George, Utah to support our Aviation market. This role will collaborate closely with design engineers, project managers, and market leadership to deliver high‑quality infrastructure and airport construction projects. The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing construction phase services, including inspection management, contractor coordination, and client communication. This individual will lead field teams, ensure compliance with contract documents, and implement best practices to drive quality, safety, and project success.

The ideal candidate will be located in Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, Missouri, or Texas. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Manage construction inspection activities for infrastructure and aviation projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements
• Lead and supervise inspection staff, providing direction, mentorship, and performance oversight
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations
• Monitor contractor performance, including reviewing submittals and recommending corrective actions when necessary
• Oversee quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring adherence to project specifications
• Provide on‑site leadership, including issuing field direction and supporting resolution of construction issues
• Track project progress, prepare daily and weekly reports, and maintain accurate documentation
• Develop meeting agendas, facilitate discussions, and document meeting minutes
• Support project budgeting and scheduling efforts
• Review certified payrolls for compliance with Davis‑Bacon wage requirements
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of as‑built drawings
• Promote and enforce job site safety standards and procedures

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 15+ years of construction management or project management experience
• Strong understanding of civil engineering and land development construction practices, including means and methods
• Experience with construction inspection, observation reporting, and quantity tracking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal teams
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance to team members
• OSHA 10‑Hour Construction Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to safely navigate construction sites and comply with all safety requirements

Travel Requirements

• This role requires approximately 60% travel to support onsite airport projects in the western U.S. (UT, CO, WY, TX and MO)

Benefits You Will Love

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pay Range

$87,100 - $108,900 USD

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.