Senior Construction Manager I, Texas

ICON; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Construction Manager I based in Austin, Texas. This role involves overseeing on-site execution, managing schedules and budgets, and coordinating closely with design and project teams. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in field construction management and holds a degree in Construction Management. Strong knowledge of construction methods and the use of relevant software is essential. The position requires willingness to travel across Texas, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of field construction management experience.
• Proven history of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of on-site execution ensuring code compliance.
• Manage overall field execution, tracking schedule, cost, and performance.
• Coordinate design with field implementation.

Skills

Field construction management experience

Knowledge of construction methods

Proficiency in construction management software

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Smartsheet

P6

Job description

ICON is seeking a Senior Construction Manager I to lead field construction for residential and other project types across Austin and Texas. This role oversees all aspects of on‑site execution—ensuring work is safe, efficient, code‑compliant, and aligned with ICON’s standards and 3D‑printing technologies. The Senior Construction Manager directs day‑to‑day field operations, manages superintendents and subcontractors, drives schedule and budget performance, and ensures seamless coordination between design, estimating, print operations, and project management teams. This role is based on site at our Austin, TX HQ Campus with frequent travel to field sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide constructability input throughout design, from Schematic Design through Construction Documents.
• Advise design teams on materials, methods, and logistics to improve speed, cost, and safety.
• Coordinate with Estimating, Project Managers, Print Operations, and ICON leadership to align on schedule, logistics, and cost impacts on residential and commercial construction projects.
• Develop and manage the construction master schedule and integrate phasing, sequencing, and logistics.
• Lead the RFP process with the PM, including bid package development, scope definition, trade qualification, pre‑bid meetings, bidder Q&A, leveling, and buyout recommendations.
• Prepare detailed site logistics plans including access, laydown, utilities, deliveries, equipment, and safety areas.
• Manage overall field execution, tracking schedule, cost, manpower, and performance.
• Oversee superintendents and trade partners; ensure consistent expectations for safety, quality, and production.
• Lead field QA/QC and safety programs; maintain inspections, audits, testing records, and corrective actions.
• Ensure alignment between design intent and field implementation; coordinate closely with the Project Engineer.
• Prepare monthly prime contract pay applications and coordinate with PM and accounting.
• Ensure design revisions, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and field directives are well coordinated through construction execution.
• Document progress through daily reports, photos, logs, and communication summaries.
• Support budget tracking, cost‑to‑complete forecasting, and progress billing validation.
• Provide recurring status updates and risk mitigation summaries to leadership.
• Coordinate with ICON Print Operations to safely integrate 3D printing, including printer mobilization and site utilities.
• Ensure proper implementation of innovative construction systems in compliance with codes and design intent.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of field construction management experience (residential or community development).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and permitting.
• Proven history of on‑time, on‑budget project delivery.
• Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Smartsheet, P6, etc.).
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel across Texas as needed.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with innovative construction technologies (3D printing, prefab, modular).
• Experience with large‑scale residential or community projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination‑free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

As a federal government contractor, ICON maintains an affirmative action program that complies with record‑keeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended). Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit candidates through this application. ICON does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency submissions and will not pay fees to any third‑party agency without a prior agreement with ICON.

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