Recreation Construction Manager: Playgrounds & Parks Leader

PlayCore; Pelham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayCore is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the installation and construction of commercial playgrounds, outdoor fitness areas, and related spaces. You will oversee projects from pre-construction planning through final completion, ensuring safety, on-schedule delivery, and adherence to budgets and contract requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, field operations experience, and the ability to manage multiple crews and subcontractors across travel-heavy projects in the

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising construction crews or subcontractors.
• Experience with commercial playgrounds, recreational equipment, safety surfacing, landscaping, or sitework preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction plans, specs, schedules, budgets, and job-cost reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and construction of playgrounds, outdoor fitness spaces, and related recreation projects.
• Develop and manage project schedules, labor plans, material requirements, and budgets.
• Coordinate site readiness, permits, deliveries, subcontractors, inspections, and client communications.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

PlayCore is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the installation and construction of commercial playgrounds, outdoor fitness areas, and related spaces. You will oversee projects from pre-construction planning through final completion, ensuring safety, on-schedule delivery, and adherence to budgets and contract requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, field operations experience, and the ability to manage multiple crews and subcontractors across travel-heavy projects in the