Senior Construction Manager

Currie & Brown; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Currie & Brown is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to support a large-scale data center construction program in the Columbus, Ohio area. This role requires a strong field presence and the ability to drive contractor performance, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and manage project delivery from site development through turnover.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing large-scale site civil work, including grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and earthworks, with a

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction management experience on large-scale capital projects.
• Data center, mission-critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, industrial, or large infrastructure project experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing large-scale greenfield civil construction projects, including site civil scopes exceeding 50 acres.
• Experience coordinating grading, utilities, foundations, and vertical construction activities.
• Strong knowledge of earthworks, stormwater management, groundwater management, and soil management practices.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change management processes, and contractor coordination.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, quality management, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractor execution across multiple trades within the assigned scope of work.
• Lead field coordination efforts, weekly look-ahead planning, and proactive constraint removal activities.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, field changes, and project closeout documentation.
• Monitor schedule performance, procurement constraints, and project delivery risks.
• Drive quality readiness, punch list completion, turnover preparation, and project closeout activities.
• Oversee large-scale grading and earthworks operations on complex greenfield construction sites.
• Coordinate site utility installation, stormwater management systems, and water and soil management plans.
• Support aquifer, groundwater, and site water management activities throughout project execution.
• Plan and manage the transition from grading and site development into foundations and vertical construction.
• Maintain continuity throughout the project lifecycle to reduce handoffs and support seamless project delivery.
• Facilitate communication between contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact schedule, quality, scope, or safety performance.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and field records.

Skills

Experience

Data center experience

Stakeholder coordination

Contractor management

Field leadership

Education

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

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

At Currie & Brown, we deliver certainty in an uncertain world. As a leading global construction consultancy, we partner with clients on some of the most complex and high-profile projects across data centers, high-tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, government, education, commercial real estate, energy, and infrastructure.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are confident, precise, and focused on unlocking value throughout the asset lifecycle. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals, support world-class clients, and contribute to innovative projects that shape the built environment.

If you're looking to make an impact on complex construction programs while advancing your career within a collaborative and growing global consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role:

Currie & Brown is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to support a large-scale data center construction program in the Columbus, Ohio area.

This individual will lead greenfield civil construction activities and support the transition into foundations and vertical construction. The role requires a strong field presence and the ability to drive contractor performance, coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage project constraints, and ensure successful execution from site development through building turnover.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale site civil work, including grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and earthworks, while maintaining clear visibility into schedule, quality, safety, and project delivery objectives within a fast-paced mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities will Include:

• Manage contractor execution across multiple trades within the assigned scope of work.
• Lead field coordination efforts, weekly look-ahead planning, and proactive constraint removal activities.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, field changes, and project closeout documentation.
• Monitor schedule performance, procurement constraints, and project delivery risks.
• Drive quality readiness, punch list completion, turnover preparation, and project closeout activities.
• Oversee large-scale grading and earthworks operations on complex greenfield construction sites.
• Coordinate site utility installation, stormwater management systems, and water and soil management plans.
• Support aquifer, groundwater, and site water management activities throughout project execution.
• Plan and manage the transition from grading and site development into foundations and vertical construction activities.
• Maintain continuity throughout the project lifecycle to reduce handoffs and support seamless project delivery.
• Facilitate communication between contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact schedule, quality, scope, or safety performance.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting, and field records.

Qualifications & Education:

• 15+ years of construction management experience supporting large-scale capital construction projects.
• Data center, mission-critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, industrial, or large infrastructure project experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale greenfield civil construction projects, including site civil scopes exceeding 50 acres.
• Experience coordinating grading, utilities, foundations, and vertical construction activities.
• Strong understanding of large-scale earthworks, stormwater management, groundwater management, and soil management practices.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change management processes, and contractor coordination.
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, project controls, scheduling, quality management, and safety compliance.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple contractors and stakeholders on complex construction programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

What you can expect:

• A collaborative business environment where every voice is heard and valued.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global construction consultancy.
• A buddy and mentorship program to support your success.
• Continuous learning and professional development throughout your career.
• Opportunities for national and international mobility.
• Healthy work/life balance.
• The opportunity to work on a large-scale, high-profile data center program.
• Exposure to some of the most complex and innovative projects in the industry.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more.