Manager, Construction and Capital Projects

CTDI; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Monthly incentive bonus

Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription{

Paid holidays, vacation, sick/personal

Job summary

CTDI is seeking a Manager, Construction and Capital Projects to lead complex construction and capital improvement programs from planning through closeout. You will act as the Owner’s representative, oversee procurement, safety, quality, schedule, and budget, and coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors across multiple sites.

Travel 40–75% is expected as you manage projects across North America, ensure on-time delivery, and enforce company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience with industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage project development from concept through construction completion.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, budgeting, site evaluations, and project schedules.
• Develop project scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies.
• Identify project risks and establish mitigation plans.
• Oversee procurement, bid management, and contract execution.
• Monitor safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on sites.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent / self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Procore

Job description

Paid holidays, vacation, & sick/personal time

The Manager, Construction and Capital Projects is responsible for construction and capital improvement projects from initial planning and budgeting through bidding, construction, commissioning, and final closeout. This position serves as the Owner’s representative and oversees procurement, construction management, safety, quality control, schedule management, financial performance, and project turnover.

This Manager will manage multiple projects simultaneously across various geographic locations and must be willing to travel to construction sites to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.

CTDI is a large-scale Engineering, Repair, and Logistics company that services the country’s largest wireless telecommunications providers, as well as the largest High-speed Internet & Cable providers. CTDI has over 11,000 FT US Employees in over 60 world class US Operations. CTDI also has a global footprint with more than 20,000 employees worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Manage project development from concept through construction completion.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, budgeting, site evaluations, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders during design development.
• Develop project scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies.
• Identify project risks and establish mitigation plans.

Bid & Procurement Management

• Prepare bid packages, scopes of work, and request-for-proposal (RFP) documents.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare contractor and vendor bids.
• Lead contractor interviews and qualification reviews.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions with contractors and suppliers.
• Make award recommendations and manage contract execution.

Construction Management

• Oversee all construction activities from mobilization through final completion.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor progress, safety, quality, and compliance.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, landlords, utility providers, and local authorities.
• Monitor construction schedules and enforce milestone completion.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
• Track project costs and maintain budget control throughout construction.
• Resolve field issues, design conflicts, schedule delays, and contractor disputes.

Financial Management

• Develop and maintain project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Review contractor pay applications and invoices.
• Manage contingency expenditures and cost reporting.
• Track allowances, change orders, and potential cost exposures.
• Prepare executive reports regarding project financial performance.

Safety & Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Enforce company safety standards and contractor safety programs.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections throughout the project lifecycle.
• Verify adherence to construction documents, specifications, and building codes.

Project Closeout & Turnover

• Lead substantial completion and final acceptance processes.
• Manage punch list development and completion.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing, and certifications.
• Collect warranties, as-built drawings, operation manuals, and maintenance documents.
• Ensure all permits, inspections, and regulatory approvals are finalized.
• Facilitate turnover to operations, facilities, or ownership teams.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and records.
• Conduct project meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
• Prepare project status reports addressing schedule, costs, risks, and milestones.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience managing industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or capital improvement projects.
• Proven experience managing projects from bidding through closeout.
• Experience with contractor procurement and multi-site project management.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or equivalent project management platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural, and MEP drawings.

Required Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel to construction sites throughout the assigned region or North America.
• Ability to walk active construction sites and access unfinished buildings.
• Occasional evening or weekend work required to meet project schedules.
• Travel Requirement: 40–75% overnight travel depending on project locations and workload.

You will love working in our family-oriented company! When you join our family, you will enjoy perks such as:

• Weekly pay every Thursday
• Monthly Incentive Bonus
• Positive, team-oriented, inclusive workplace
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick/personal time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Authorization

• United States (Required)
• Must be 18 years of age

This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.

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