Manager, Construction

Southwire Company; Carrollton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking a Construction Manager to lead field-level execution across Services projects. You will own construction readiness, manage field teams and subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget alignment.

Collaborate with engineering, project management and customers to deliver projects from mobilization through commissioning, while driving continuous improvement and disciplined execution in HV environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in Construction/Field Operations.
• Field(s) of expertise: Construction Management, Field Operations, Project Management

Responsibilities

• Be a champion of Safety & Quality Culture of Zero; ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Partner with Project Manager to develop detailed construction execution plans and timelines.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site personnel across cross-functional teams.
• Monitor construction-related costs and support corrective actions to keep within budget.
• Oversee all phases of construction execution from mobilization through commissioning and testing.
• Proactively resolve on-site issues and adjust plans to maintain schedule, safety and quality.
• Support consistent construction execution practices across HV projects.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Team Building

Critical Thinking

Project Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Remote

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading field-level construction execution across Services projects. This role serves as the primary owner of construction readiness, field team member management, subcontractor coordination, field safety alignment, and execution sequencing. The Construction Manager bridges the gap between project management and field operations, enabling consistent execution, improved safety performance, schedule adherence, and margin protection as the Services portfolio continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a champion of Southwire's Safety & Quality Culture of Zero by inspecting and monitoring work execution to ensure compliance with safety regulations, internal quality processes and standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Partner with the Project Manager to develop detailed construction execution plans and timelines that align with the overall project schedule, scope, and budget.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site personnel while collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, customers, sales agents, project management, and internal leadership to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Monitor construction-related costs, identify potential variances, and support corrective actions to ensure projects remain within approved financial limits.
• Oversee all phases of construction execution, from mobilization through commissioning and testing, ensuring work is properly sequenced and completed on schedule.
• Proactively resolve on-site construction issues, adjust execution plans as needed, and elevate risks appropriately to maintain schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Support consistent construction execution practices across HV projects by providing field feedback, identifying improvement opportunities, and reinforcing disciplined execution standards.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Engineering, Construction Management, or other related field of study

5-7 Years of Experience

Field(s) of Expertise:

Construction Management, Field Operations, Project Management Roles

Preferred Education & Experience

8-11 Years of Experience

Field(s) of Expertise: Utility, Transmission, or Industrial environments

Licenses and Certifications:

Project Management Methodologies

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire team members: Yes

Number of direct reports: 10+

Travel

Domestic, occasionally internation - up to 75% of time

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting - 5% of time/Weight 45

Climbing - 5% of time

Kneeling/Stooping - 5% of time

Driving - 10% of time

Moving - 10% of time

Standing - 20% of time

Sitting - 15% of time

Walking - 20% of time

Pushing/Pulling - 10% of time/Weight 45

Working Conditions

• Office
• Extreme Heat/Cold
• Heights/Elevated Platforms
• Confined Spaces
• Dust/Fumes/Gases/Chemicals

Equipment

• Hard Hat
• Computer/Keyboard
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoes
• Safety Vest
• Radio/Walkie

Attracts Top Talent

Communicates Effectively

Courage

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Skills

Business Acumen

Critical Thinking

Forecasting

Project Planning

Project Schedules

Safety Audits

Team Building

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.