Senior Construction Manager

Insight Global; Town of Somerset (NY); On-site; USD 89,544 - 130,872; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for projects in Somerset, NY. The candidate will manage mechanical systems on data center construction, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Candidates should have 8–10 years of experience in construction, preferably on large-scale projects, and must possess an OSHA 30 certification. Proficiency with digital construction tools like Autodesk is a plus. This is a contract position with a competitive pay range, offering medical and vision insurance along with a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of construction experience, with 5 focused on large-scale data centers.
• Familiar with local building codes and best practices for Tier III/IV environments.
• Skilled in reading engineering drawings and system performance specs.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of mechanical and electrical systems installation.
• Develop installation strategies aligned with construction milestones.
• Ensure code compliance and manage quality inspections.
• Serve as the primary site representative for construction issues.

Skills

Construction experience (8–10 years)

Knowledge of building codes

Reading engineering drawings

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM 360

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Job description

Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $95.00/hr

Position

Senior Construction Manager

Location

Somerset, NY

Duration

12‑month contract to hire

Required Skills & Experience

• 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.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills & Experience

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

Job Description

We are seeking Senior Construction Managers in the mechanical, electrical, structural, and/or architectural space to lead the delivery of mechanical systems on data center construction projects in Somerset, NY. These individuals will oversee the execution of all mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural infrastructure for this project.

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

• Project Management
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)