Construction Manager-Substation

PCRecruiter - Recruitment Software & Applicant Tracking System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction and real estate is seeking an experienced Construction Manager in Columbus, OH for a major utility project. This role includes overseeing field operations, ensuring safety standards, and acting as a liaison among various stakeholders. The candidate should have substantial experience in utility-scale projects and be ready for daily onsite work and travel.

Benefits

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

Dynamic, collaborative project environment

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction management, preferably in the utility or energy sector.
• Direct experience with utility-scale substation construction is required.
• Proven ability to manage field teams and enforce safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage field operations and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Serve as the key liaison between contractors, project stakeholders, and design teams.
• Maintain construction schedules and lead onsite construction efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

About the Company

The company is a recognized leader in construction and real estate with a focus in mission critical, commercial, and high-performance project delivery. They support their clients throughout the project lifestyle with a focus on excellence and collaboration. Currently, they are seeking a Construction Manager to support a major mission critical initiative to join their team in the Columbus, Ohio area.

About the Position

The company is hiring an experienced Construction Manager with a focus on utility-level substations to lead on-site construction efforts for high-impact projects in NE Ohio and Central Ohio (CMH). The anticipated engagement duration is approximately 24 months, with daily onsite presence required. Candidates must be local to the Columbus, OH area and willing to travel regularly between project sites.

The successful candidate will manage field operations, ensure safety and quality standards are upheld, and serve as the key liaison between contractors, project stakeholders, and design teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in construction management, preferably in the utility or energy sector

• Direct experience with utility-scale substation construction is required

• Prior involvement in data center or mission critical environments is strongly preferred

• Proven ability to manage field teams, enforce safety compliance, and maintain construction schedules

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Must be local to Columbus, OH, and able to work onsite daily, with frequent travel between NE Ohio and CMH

Benefits

• Be part of a major infrastructure project with a nationally respected consulting firm

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Dynamic, collaborative project environment with experienced professionals

• Professional growth opportunities in the rapidly evolving mission critical and utility markets

• Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and delivery
  
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