Construction Manager - Civil / Structural

Iren Group; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m​

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Professional development

Job summary

IREN in Sweetwater, TX, seeks a Construction Manager – Civil/Structural to lead earthworks, foundations, steel, and utilities on large data-center projects. You will own field execution, coordinate across engineering, procurement, and construction teams, and ensure safety, schedule, and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 7+ years in civil construction with supervisory experience, strong reading of drawings, and familiarity with EPCM delivery models; on-site rotation and a 69

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years in civil construction with 3+ years in superintendent/CM roles on large-scale projects.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, specs, and schedules.
• Experience in EPCM project delivery and cross-disciplinary coordination.
• Proficiency with Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam, Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, direction, organization, and budget of civil/structural work.
• Develop strategies, schedules, and project frameworks for compliant delivery.
• Ensure CWPs are defined and aligned with ENG/Procurement.
• supervise daily civil/structural activities including earthworks and utilities.
• Mentor subcontractors and field personnel; ensure safety and quality.
• Identify risks; maintain safety/compliance registers.
• Oversee audits and project documentation to ensure traceability.
• Collaborate with regulators, auditors, and vendors for approvals.
• Drive process improvements and training on risk and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project controls

Safety compliance

Read & interpret drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Bluebeam

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Job Type:Full-time| Location:Sweetwater, TX | Department:Construction| Reporting to:Associate Director, Construction|Work Location:#onsite

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC. This role places you at the foundation of how next-generation data centers are built. As a Construction Manager – Civil / Structural, you’ll lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the civil and structural work that enables large-scale, high-performance computing infrastructure—from earthworks and foundations to structural steel and underground utilities. Working in fast-paced, mission-critical environments, you’ll own field execution, coordinate across engineering, procurement, and construction teams, and ensure work is delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. If you thrive in roles where decisions in the field directly shape project outcomes and long-term performance, this position offers meaningful responsibility, technical challenge, and a clear path for continued leadership growth. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever‑evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in civil construction, including at least 3 years in a superintendent, construction manager, or senior supervisory role on large-scale industrial projects (e.g., data centers, oil & gas, power generation, heavy industrial, or infrastructure).
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, including earthworks, grading, concrete foundations, structural steel, and underground utilities.
• Proven experience working within an EPCM project delivery model and coordinating across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, scopes of work, schedules, and method statements.
• Familiarity with construction standards and HV electrical interfaces applicable to industrial/data center environments.
• Proficiency with project management and construction software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling, cost tracking, and documentation workflows.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and team supervision skills.
• Highly developed problem‑solving ability; proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercially minded with the ability to evaluate risks, support decision‑making, and influence project outcomes.
• Industry certifications (PMP, CM-Lean, NCCER, OSHA) and millwright or civil/structural trade background considered assets.

Other important requirements:

• Pre‑employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
• Must provide own steel‑toed work boots; other PPE will be supplied.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.
• Must be comfortable working a rotational schedule, which includes day and night shifts as well as weekend work, based on project needs.
• Employees working night shifts will receive a 15% premium added to their hourly rate only for hours worked during night shifts.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, direction, organization, and budgeting of all civil and structural construction activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance.
• Develop and implement construction strategies, execution plans, schedules, and project frameworks to support efficient delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure Construction Work Packages (CWPs) are clearly defined, coordinated, and aligned with Engineering and Procurement deliverables.
• Supervise daily civil and structural construction activities—including earthworks, concrete, structural steel, and utilities to ensure alignment with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Manage and mentor subcontractors and field personnel, ensuring productivity, adherence to quality expectations, and compliance with safety protocols and OSHA/site‑specific requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, maintaining risk, compliance, and safety registers covering health and safety, deliverables, claims, and litigation exposure.
• Oversee project audits and maintain the Project Document Management System, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor work progress and quality, address deficiencies promptly, and ensure all work complies with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and construction expertise to engineering, procurement, commissioning, and project management teams.
• Collaborate with regulatory authorities, auditors, service providers, and vendors to support permitting, inspections, compliance assessments, and project approvals.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, simplify governance frameworks, and enhance construction and compliance workflows.
• Develop and deliver “fit-for-purpose” training programs related to risk management, compliance, construction procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders; provide clear communication, progress reporting, and training on emerging project issues or compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation—including daily reports, schedules, and change orders to support reporting, project controls, and audit requirements.
• Resolve on‑site challenges (e.g., weather delays, design conflicts, labor constraints) proactively to maintain project momentum and ensure timely completion of milestones.

Job Benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market‑competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well‑being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment toProceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long‑term growth.

Compensation

• The expected hourly rate for this role is $69.00 USD.
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications.
• Per Diem amount of$180.00and project allowance, when applicable
• 15% night‑shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non‑exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living‑out‑allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team‑building activities

IREN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to these characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.

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