Construction Services Manager

Last Energy; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in Austin, TX, is seeking a Construction Services Manager to oversee site development for its pilot test reactor project. This role requires strong vendor management skills and the ability to deliver assessments quickly in a dynamic setting. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in construction services or project management, with a solid understanding of building processes. This position involves leading EPC relationships and ensuring compliance with contractual terms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction services, site development, or EPC project management.
• Strong understanding of building construction and site development processes.
• Proven ability to manage EPC firm relationships and vendor networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationship management with EPC firms and construction partners.
• Manage contract administration and change order processes, ensuring compliance.
• Track deliverables and negotiate claims or disputes with stakeholders.

Skills

Vendor management

Urgency in fast-paced environments

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Last Energy seeks a Construction Services Manager to lead site development activities for our pilot test reactor project. This role will act as the single point of contact for construction and site development, managing relationships with EPC firms, coordinating vendors, and providing rapid assessments to keep projects on track.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on knowledge of site development and building construction, strong vendor management skills, and the ability to operate with urgency in a fast-paced environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead relationship management with EPC firms and construction partners
• Manage contract administration and change order processes, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
• Track deliverables, and negotiate claims or disputes with stakeholders to protect project interests and maintain strong working relationships.
• Serve as point of contact for site development activities on Last Energy's reactor pilot project
• Provide quick assessments and estimations for construction and site development needs
• Identify, qualify, and call out vendors to support project requirements
• Coordinate with internal engineering and project management teams to align site development with overall project objectives
• Lead comprehensive project planning and control efforts, including development and oversight of budgets, schedules, and resource allocation
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction services, site development, or EPC project management
• Strong understanding of building construction and site development processes
• Proven ability to manage EPC firm relationships and vendor networks
• Skilled in providing fast, reliable cost and scope estimations
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to operate independently in dynamic project environments
• Based in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX