Senior Construction Manager

Insight Global; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 110,208 - 119,851; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm in Lockport, New York, is seeking a Mechanical Field Lead to oversee the execution of construction projects, ensuring adherence to design and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction, proficient in managing subcontractors, and strong leadership skills to mentor junior team members. This is a contract position at the mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of construction experience, with 5+ years on large-scale projects.
• Familiar with Tier III/IV environment standards and best practices.
• Ability to lead construction teams and manage subcontractors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical field execution and ensure system adherence to design.
• Develop installation strategies and manage subcontractor performance.
• Oversee quality assurance checks and code compliance.
• Serve as site representative for construction issues and updates.
• Promote safety and risk management during field operations.
• Mentor junior team members and foster team collaboration.

Skills

Construction experience

Familiarity with building codes

Skilled in reading engineering drawings

OSHA 30 certification

Proficiency in digital construction tools

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM 360

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Job description

Base pay range

$80.00/hr - $87.00/hr

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of construction experience with at least 5 focused on large‑scale data centers, industrial projects, or mission‑critical mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with applicable standards, local building codes, and best practices for uptime and performance in Tier III/IV environments.
• Skilled in reading engineering drawings, coordination drawings, and system performance specs.

Plusses

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, Bluebeam, Navisworks, or similar digital construction tools.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Field Leadership
  • Lead field execution of discipline / trade specific systems.
  • Ensure systems are installed per design, meet operational performance criteria, and adhere to commissioning and startup standards.
  • Collaborate with design engineers, trade partners, and client representatives to drive constructability and system integration.
• Construction Planning & Coordination
  • Develop installation strategies aligned with critical milestones and overall construction schedule.
  • Manage subcontractor performance through daily coordination, lookahead scheduling, and logistics planning.
  • Ensure timely delivery, handling, and installation of long‑lead equipment and prefabricated systems.
• Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance
  • Oversee the review and coordination of submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and field changes for scope.
  • Perform field inspections and QA/QC checks to ensure code compliance, alignment with specifications, and industry best practices.
  • Support facility and system commissioning activities and ensure readiness for functional and integrated testing.
• Client & Stakeholder Interface
  • Serve as the primary site representative for all discipline / trade specific construction issues, decisions, and updates.
  • Provide technical guidance to the client team and keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and mitigation efforts.
  • Participate in project status meetings, design clarifications, and punch list resolution efforts.
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Promote and enforce safety procedures including confined space entry, elevated work platforms, and hot work protocols.
  • Conduct safety reviews and ensure adherence to company and client‑specific EHS standards.
  • Identify scope‑related risks and lead proactive issue resolution to maintain schedule and budget adherence.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Mentor coordinators, field engineers, and junior superintendents.
  • Foster collaboration between all disciplines / trades to improve integration and system performance.
  • Lead discipline / trade meetings and commissioning coordination sessions with internal and external stakeholders.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing