Construction Manager Field

Saber-Power-Services; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision coverage

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Saber Power Services, based in Houston, TX, seeks a Construction Manager – Field to lead electrical construction activities on complex projects. You will direct field crews, coordinate with engineers, safety, QA/QC, and management to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while complying with contract requirements and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive field leadership, strong scheduling, cost control, and communication skills, with willingness to travel to project sites as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in construction related field.
• 8+ years electrical construction experience with field leadership.
• Experience managing multiple crews, subcontractors, and resources.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, schedules, and docs.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NESC, electrical standards, and best practices.
• Travel extensively to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall field leadership and direction for electrical construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate construction activities, manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources.
• Lead Superintendents, Foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors and field staff.
• Manage projects from mobilization through completion and turnover.
• Review drawings, specs, schedules, and bills of material for constructability.
• Coordinate with Engineering to resolve RFIs and design changes.
• Develop and monitor project schedules to stay on track.
• Monitor field productivity, labor hours, and material usage.
• Assist with project costs, forecasting, and change orders.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of materials and equipment.
• Manage subcontractor performance and compliance with contracts.
• Coordinate with clients, inspectors, and vendors.
• Ensure work adheres to approved drawings, codes, and requirements.
• Support QA/QC to meet specifications and client expectations.
• Review daily reports and progress documentation; anticipate issues and solutions.
• Participate in planning, progress meetings, and coordination meetings.
• Ensure safe field operations and adherence to Saber Power policies.
• Support project closeout, punch lists, and turnover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction/PM software

Job description

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Full Time Gulf Coast - Rosharon TX, Rosharon, TX, US

Saber Power Services

Saber Power Services is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power offers deep subject matter expertise and uses an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves clients locally, nationally, and abroad.

Position Summary:

The Construction Manager – Field is responsible for the overall management and execution of field construction activities from project mobilization through completion. This position provides leadership and direction to field construction teams and ensures projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements, approved drawings, specifications, industry standards, and Saber Power policies.

The Construction Manager works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, engineers, safety personnel, QA/QC, procurement, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to coordinate all aspects of field construction.

The ideal candidate is an experienced electrical construction professional with demonstrated experience leading complex projects, managing field personnel, coordinating multiple crews and subcontractors, and effectively managing project resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide overall field leadership and direction for electrical construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate construction activities, manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project resources.
• Lead Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors, and other field personnel.
• Manage construction activities from mobilization through project completion and turnover.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, project schedules, and bills of material to identify constructability issues and coordinate field requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering to resolve RFIs, design changes, field issues, and constructability concerns.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to ensure construction activities remain on track.
• Monitor field productivity, labor hours, equipment utilization, material usage, and overall project progress.
• Assist Project Management with project costs, forecasting, change orders, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of materials, tools, and equipment required for construction activities.
• Manage subcontractor performance and ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Coordinate with clients, inspectors, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, applicable codes, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC to ensure construction meets project specifications, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Review daily reports, production quantities, manpower reports, schedules, and other project documentation.
• Identify potential construction issues and develop solutions to minimize schedule delays and cost impacts.
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, progress meetings, and construction coordination meetings.
• Ensure proper coordination between field operations, project management, engineering, procurement, and other departments.
• Support project closeout, punch-list completion, inspections, as-built documentation, and final turnover.
• Champion Saber Power's safety culture and reinforce We work safely, or not at all.
• Ensure employees and subcontractors comply with OSHA, NESC, client, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 8+ years of electrical construction experience, with experience in a field leadership or construction management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing electrical construction projects and field personnel.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, equipment, materials, and sequencing.
• Experience managing multiple crews, subcontractors, and project resources.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NESC, electrical construction standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience working around energized electrical facilities is preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, productivity, labor tracking, and cost control.
• Experience with project documentation, daily reports, RFIs, change orders, and project closeout.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with field personnel, project management, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction/project management software.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to project sites.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction/project management software.
  • Strong understanding of field construction operations and project execution.

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.

We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more. Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here .

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.