Industrial Construction Site Manager

Optimum Energy Co LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company is looking for a Site Manager responsible for overseeing commercial and industrial construction projects in Seattle. The ideal candidate will manage on-site subcontractors, enforce safety standards, and ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule. A minimum of 10 years of experience in site management is required, particularly in the HVAC and electrical fields. This role also involves extensive collaboration with various stakeholders and substantial travel is necessary.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of site management experience in non-residential construction.
• Experience with HVAC, chilled water systems, and controls.
• Technical knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site subcontractors to ensure compliance.
• Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Oversee safety management and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Skills

Technical and commercial construction expertise

Site activity coordination

Project scheduling

Document control

Project Management software proficiency

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Leadership in safety management

Education

Technical college/Trade certification or high school diploma

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Procore

NetSuite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Site Manager (Design Build, EaaS, Construction) is responsible for all aspects of the assigned commercial/industrial construction projects to run efficiently and mitigate project constraints that could impact budget and schedule. Assistance with planning, coordinating, estimating changes, job cost reports, and earn‑value within the project budget and scope. The Site Manager will also effectively monitor and present project updates via weekly on‑site jobsite client meetings and participate in monthly internal progress reporting. The Site Manager leads all disciplines of construction directly at the site location and manages lower‑tier subcontractors. The Site Manager will be responsible for maintaining or increasing margins via schedule constraints and other mitigation strategies to include but not limited to risk analysis and contract management.

Primary Responsibilities

Supervision

• Manage on‑site field subcontractors for construction installation compliance with drawings
• Manage day‑to‑day on‑site construction operations
• Monitor and enforce quality workmanship and code compliance
• Coordinate Quality Control inspections as necessary during the entire construction process
• Coordinate material storage on‑site with trailers and equipment
• Execute mobilization requirements
• Maintain an organized and clean site
• Oversee the creation and completion of the punch list process
• Ensure subcontractors are working per the latest construction documents
• Coordinate owner training and commissioning of equipment
• Participate in lessons learned and provide feedback from the project

Financial Accountability

• Work within Project Controls/Project Manager for initial job chart‑of‑accounts of budgets, job cost setup
• Proactively manage foreseen project risk, identify any potential project risk scenarios, and facilitate issue resolution
• Manage the cost of all General Conditions items

Safety Leadership

• Actively manage and maintain safety on‑site including toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings and safety checklists while providing continuous observation for safe work practices in compliance with all OSHA regulations and corporate safety policies and procedures
• Zero Harm policy enforcement and zero recordables

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination meetings
• Participate, coordinate, and facilitate meetings for owners, subcontractors, and architects
• Execute site logistics plans for the entire project to maximize productivity and minimize impacts on the owner
• Assist in establishing and maintaining positive customer relationships and work closely with Optimum Engineers to ensure customer expectations are met/exceeded

Key Competencies and Skills Expectations

• Deep technical and commercial/industrial construction expertise
• Anticipate, plan, and coordinate all site activities
• Maintain overall project schedule
• Schedule all trade and material deliveries
• Develop and maintain weekly three‑week look‑ahead schedules and other supporting documents to the master schedule
• Manage all quality documents in compliance with drawings and specifications, as‑built drawings, photos, and documentation
• Document key or pertinent conversations and phone calls
• Maintain on‑site document control including project binders, shop drawings, construction drawings, and any other relevant construction documentation
• Complete detailed daily reports
• Keep project drawings current, continuous review of drawings and details
• Become familiar with all contract provisions
• Interpret subcontractor questions and compose correspondence (RFIs) to architects and engineers
• Maintain submittals and RFIs
• Knowledge of IT terminology, such as VPNs, IPs, firewalls, ports
• Working knowledge of project schedules and tracking tools (examples MS Project, Primavera)
• Working knowledge of Project Management software – Procore
• NetSuite software and reporting entry (Time Tracking)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Manage HVAC controls and chilled water system projects
• Familiar with managing building systems, operations, and maintenance projects
• Building automation or technician background preferred

Requirements

• Education: Technical college/Trade certification or high school diploma with 10 years of construction management and/or superintendent experience
• Experience: 10+ years of site management experience in non‑residential building construction industry with a focus on industrial mechanical, electrical and controls. Manufacturing or higher education facilities a plus
• Technical Knowledge: Experience with commercial HVAC, chilled water systems and controls preferred
• Certifications: MEP Trade certifications, National Craft Assessment Program; NCCER in Mechanical, Electrical, Rigging, HVAC, Safety

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 75% and as needed

Optimum Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.