Construction Manager – Turnkey Chiller Plant Installation

Jpgovsolutions; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jpgovsolutions is looking for a Construction Manager to oversee the turnkey installation of two large chiller plants in Central Texas. The role involves managing on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with subcontractors to meet project schedules.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and have 10-15 years of construction management experience with large-scale HVAC projects. OSHA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of construction management experience.
• Experience delivering central utility plants or large HVAC projects.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with project quality standards.
• Oversee subcontractors and field crews.

Skills

Large-tonnage chiller systems

Construction management

HVAC infrastructure projects

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering

Job description

Central Texas Full-time

Job Description

The Construction Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of construction activities for the turnkey installation of two fully operational 21,000-ton chiller plants. This role oversees field construction from mobilization through commissioning support, ensuring all work meets contract requirements, project schedules, applicable codes, safety standards, and performance objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee all on-site construction activities for mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, controls, and piping systems
• Execute the project in accordance with turnkey contract documents, approved drawings, specifications, and construction schedules
• Support development and maintenance of the detailed construction schedule in coordination with the Project Manager
• Enforce project-specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans and ensure OSHA compliance
• Ensure all construction work meets project quality standards, manufacturer requirements, and applicable codes (IBC, NEC, ASME, ASHRAE)
• Manage subcontractors and field crews, including daily coordination, performance monitoring, and issue resolution
• Support pre-functional testing, system startup, and commissioning activities
• Serve as the primary construction point of contact with Owner's representatives, inspectors, and AHJs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 10–15 years of construction management experience, including large-scale mechanical or industrial facilities
• Demonstrated experience delivering central utility plants, chiller plants, or large HVAC infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of large-tonnage chiller systems, cooling towers, pumps, piping, and thermal systems
• Proven experience managing turnkey or EPC projects
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory compliance
• OSHA 30 certification (or equivalent) preferred