Construction Site Manager I

Merrick & Company; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Health insurance

PTO

Referral program

Career development

Job summary

Merrick & Company seeks a Construction Site Manager to work at the client's facility in Baltimore, MD. You will oversee all field activities and report to the Manager of Construction Services and the client representative.

The role focuses on day-to-day on-site construction and safety, building a productive relationship with the client, and contributing to business development by securing additional work.

Qualifications

• At least five years of construction experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of shipyard procedures.
• Candidate must be local and able to work on-site daily.
• OHSA 30 hours.
• Experience with manufacturing, substation, food, chemical/bioprocessing plants.
• Knowledge in electrical, structural, mechanical engineering procedures.
• Experience in large demolition and renovation projects.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Knowledge of codes and standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.

Responsibilities

• Understand project documents and schedules.
• Develop master project schedule.
• Hold pre-mobilization meetings with contractors.
• Review safety, quality, and schedule plans.
• Conduct on-site safety training.
• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA.
• Coordinate contractor activities to optimize resources.
• Ensure installation quality.
• Lead on-site coordination meetings weekly.
• Promote safety and site security.
• Maintain project documentation (OSHA logs, reports, drawings).
• Communicate with client operations and Merrick leadership.
• Support business development with client relationships.
• Manage schedule and cost with resources.
• Assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

On-site management

Safety oversight

Blueprint interpretation

Excel

Microsoft Project

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick is seeking a Construction Site Manager to work at the client's facility, in Baltimore, MD not at a Merrick office, overseeing all activities in the field and will report to the Manager of Construction Services and the client assigned representative/Assigned onsite designee. The primary objective of this position is the day-to-day management of the on-site construction and safety effort. By establishing and maintaining a relationship with the Client through the competent and professional execution of duties, the Construction Site Manager will play a key role in business development, working to acquire additional business from the client.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop a thorough understanding of the project documents. Have a complete working knowledge of the prime contract, design drawings, specifications, Contractor scopes of work and the project schedule.
• Participate in the development of the master schedule for the assigned project(s).
• Conduct pre-mobilization meetings with Contractors.
• Review Contractor work plans for safety, quality, and schedule compliance.
• Perform Site Safety Training for contractors under direction of Plant Safety Manager
• Monitor the Contractor employees for compliance with the safety and reporting requirements of OSHA and the Owner.
• Coordinate activities of all Contractors to ensure an efficient and productive use of resources. Plan work activities to ensure that design, manpower, material, tools, equipment, and supervision are available. Proactively manage events to avoid unnecessary change orders.
• Ensure the quality of field installations.
• Conduct on-site schedule coordination meetings weekly, or as required, to maintain effective communication, coordination, and schedule and cost control.
• Promote a safe, healthy, and environmentally conscious site. Conduct monthly on-site mass safety meetings. Ensure adequate site security.
• Maintain required project documentation, including but not limited to: OSHA Log, accident/incident reports, first-aid reports, daily reports, as-built drawings, communications, drawing revisions, engineering sketches and directives, etc.
• Maintain timely and effective communications with the Client Operations Team to ensure proper coordination between the Plant Operations and Construction activities.
• Maintain timely and effective communications with the Manager of Construction Services and Client representative to prevent project delays, cost overruns or client dissatisfaction. Report weekly on construction status and issues concerning safety, schedule, cost, or client relations.
• Promote Merrick to the Client representative and to others within the Client's organization in an effort to acquire more business and provide additional services to the Client.
• Controlling project schedule and cost through the efficient use of all construction resources including manpower, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist in additional duties as required for Merrick to be successful.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires at least five (5) years of experience in the construction industry in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• This position requires knowledge of shipyard procedures.
• Candidate must be local and available to work on-site daily.
• OHSA 30 hours.
• Knowledge of new/existing manufacturing, substation(s), food, chemical/bioprocessing plant procedures.
• Knowledge in electrical, structural, mechanical engineering procedures.
• Experience in large demolition and renovation projects.
• Interpret Blueprints.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.
• You are required to have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and must be insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Time management skills.
• This position requires a working knowledge of appropriate codes and standards.
• This position requires the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.

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TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Employee Ownership - All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company's success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits - Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program - Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews - Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development - Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition - Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program - Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More - Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.