Construction Manager - Owner's Respresentative

Eichleay, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Health Savings Account contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Eichleay, Inc. seeks an experienced Construction Manager to serve as the Owner’s Representative on a major plant expansion near Fresno, California.

This onsite role oversees construction execution, coordinating safety, quality, schedule, and cost with the general contractor and project team. The position is fixed-term through August 2027, offers full-time on-site work with typical 40–50 hours per week, and requires strong communication, field leadership, and the ability to work in a regulated

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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

Leadership

On-site coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in construction management or related field

Job description

Construction Manager - Owner's Respresentative

Job Category: Construction

Requisition Number: CONST001648

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Fresno, CA 93727, USA

Description

Eichleay is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to serve as the Owner’s Representative on a major plant expansion project at a cGMP manufacturing facility near Fresno, California. This is a high-impact, site-based role responsible for overseeing construction execution and ensuring alignment across safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

This 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.

Position Overview

As the onsite Owner’s Representative, you will act as the primary point of coordination between the owner, contractor, and project team. You will support field execution, monitor contractor performance, and help drive timely decision-making to maintain project progress and achieve key milestones

• Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000 annually (Based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity)
• Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical coverage, 401(k) with match, Health Savings Account contributions, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
• Work Schedule:
  Full-time onsite role, typically 40–50 hours per week, with additional paid hours as required by project demands
• Assignment Duration:
  Through approximately August 2027

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

Qualifications

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)

Eichleay brings over 150 years of experience delivering engineering and project management solutions across industries including life sciences, energy, chemicals, and manufacturing.

In this role, you will:

• Contribute to a high-visibility plant expansion project
• Represent the owner in a critical onsite leadership position
• Work on complex industrial and cGMP construction execution
• Be part of a team known for long-term client partnerships and technical excellence

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

Eichleay is an equal opportunity employer and values 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, breast-feeding 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.

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