Construction Manager - Owner Rep.

PEAK Technical Services Inc.; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK Technical Services Inc. seeks an experienced Construction Manager to serve as the Owner's Representative on a major plant expansion near Fresno, California. The role is site-based, overseeing construction execution and alignment across safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

This fixed-term assignment through August 2027 requires strong field leadership, effective coordination with General Contractors, and a clear focus on keeping the project on track within a regulated manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction management, field execution, or capital project delivery.
• Experience with industrial, manufacturing, life sciences, or process facility projects.
• Proven ability to work with General Contractors in a field-based environment.
• Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and contractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner's primary onsite representative during construction execution.
• Oversee field construction activities performed by the General Contractor.
• Monitor safety, quality, schedule, progress, and contractor performance.
• Support coordination and resolution of RFIs and submittals to maintain project momentum.
• Partner with the project team to identify and address risks, constraints, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate delivery, storage, and installation of owner-furnished equipment.
• Work with the owner's scheduler to maintain and track the master schedule.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Prepare and present project updates and status reports to the client.

Skills

On-site leadership

Stakeholder communication

Safety and quality focus

Problem solving

Field coordination

Education

Degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Scheduling software (Primavera P6 / MS Project)

Job description

Job Summary

An experienced Construction Manager is needed to serve as the Owner's Representative on a major plant expansion project at a cGMP manufacturing facility near Fresno, California. This high-impact, site-based role is responsible for overseeing construction execution and ensuring alignment across safety, quality, schedule, and cost. The position is ideal for a construction professional who thrives in the field, understands how to work effectively with General Contractors, and is comfortable representing the owner's interests in a complex, regulated environment. This is a fixed-term assignment through approximately August 2027.

Location

Concord, California, is a vibrant city known for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and diverse cultural offerings. It offers a blend of suburban comfort and urban amenities, making it an attractive place to live and work.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner's primary onsite representative during construction execution.
• Oversee field construction activities performed by the General Contractor.
• Monitor safety, quality, schedule, progress, and contractor performance.
• Support coordination and resolution of RFIs and submittals to maintain project momentum.
• Partner with the project team to identify and address risks, constraints, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate delivery, storage, and installation of owner-furnished equipment.
• Work with the owner's scheduler to maintain and track the master schedule.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Prepare and present project updates and status reports to the client.

Required

• 8 years of experience in construction management, field execution, or capital project delivery.
• Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, life sciences, or process facility projects.
• Proven ability to work effectively with General Contractors in a field-based environment.
• Working knowledge of construction processes including RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and contractor coordination.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite near Fresno, CA for the duration of the project.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet site access requirements.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred

• Experience in cGMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative.
• Exposure to commissioning, startup, or turnover activities.
• Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Work Environment & Requirements

This role is based at a client site and requires regular interaction in both office and field environments. Candidates must be able to meet site-specific requirements, which may include:

• Background screening (employment, education, criminal history, driving record).
• Drug and alcohol testing per site and federal requirements.
• Compliance with client safety and access protocols.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support individuals in performing essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.