Heavy Industrial Site Construction Manager - Field Lead

CDM Smith; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Site Construction Manager 1 to oversee on-site field operations at client project sites across the United States. The role focuses on safety, quality, schedule adherence, contract conformity, and client relations, with field-based responsibilities and occasional support to senior construction managers.

The position requires extensive field experience in construction management, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 12 years of relevant experience.
• Associate degree plus 9 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience in Construction Management or related discipline; at least 3 years in Construction Management/Supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee subcontractors and construction to ensure work is safe, correct, meets quality control measures, and aligns with drawings.
• Ensure all work adheres to the project schedule; escalate delays to the Project Construction Manager.
• Write Daily Reports and Quality Inspection Reports for review with site construction lead or Project Construction Manager.
• Take progress photographs of construction events and label each photograph.
• Prepare Monthly Progress Reports.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 12 years of relevant experience

Associate degree with 9 years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience in Construction Management/Engineering; at least 3 years in supervision

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Site Construction Manager 1 to oversee on-site field operations at client project sites across the United States. The role focuses on safety, quality, schedule adherence, contract conformity, and client relations, with field-based responsibilities and occasional support to senior construction managers.

The position requires extensive field experience in construction management, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.