Sr. Construction Manager (Power) - Houston, TX

S&B; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

S&B is seeking a Senior/Director Construction Manager to provide overall field construction direction for complex projects in Houston. The role may transition to the Project Manager responsibilities as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a four-year Construction Management degree and has at least 10 years of construction management experience, with strong cost and schedule discipline and the ability to lead diverse field teams. Travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Construction Manager.
• Ability to manage projects with 2MM–3.5MM manhours direct hire scope.
• Strong knowledge of cost and schedule adherence.
• Ability to employ tact, diplomacy and influence.
• Experience coordinating multiple craft trades including subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Project Superintendents, Craft Supervisors, General Foreman and Foreman roles.
• Provide safety leadership to achieve zero-injury results.
• Establish objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards.
• Initiate liaison with prime client and engineers to facilitate construction.
• Monitor progress to ensure schedule and budget targets; implement corrective actions.
• Represent the company in meetings and labor strategy discussions.
• Manage contract finances to protect company interests while maintaining client relationships.

Skills

Safety leadership

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Four-year degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Digital collaboration tools

Field devices / tablets

Job description

OVERVIEW

S&B is currently seeking a Senior/Director Construction Manager to p rovide overall management direction for field construction project s ; m ay on occasion be placed in the overall responsible position of a project in which case the additional duties of the Project Manager will also apply .

ABOUT S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible and hybrid work schedules, and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Position will supervise Project Superintendents, Craft Superintendent, General Foreman, and Foreman positions .

EDUCATION

Four-year degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Construction Manager role. Must be able to effectively manage projects that range in varying size and complexity. Must be able to manage projects with a direct hire scope of 2MM – 3.5MM manhours . Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance. Must have sound knowledge of cost and schedule adherence. Additionally, you must possess the skills to employ tact, diplomacy and influence.

M ust possess the required skills to understand and manage the inter-working relationships between various craft trades including ( sub- contractors, and the ability to anticipate and implement corrective actions to limit potential labor-related disputes.

COMPUTER SKILLS AND DIGITAL COLLABORATION EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required for effective communication, reporting, and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams is required , including participation in virtual meetings, collaboration through chat and channels, document sharing, and coordination with distributed project teams.
• Ability to effectively use digital tools to support project coordination, reporting, scheduling updates, and communication across engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams.
• Comfort working in a technology-enabled construction environment, including use of laptops, tablets, and mobile devices to access drawings, schedules, procedures, and project data.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving company systems, software platforms, and digital workflows as project and business needs change.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to the assigned AOM, VP of Field Operations, and Sr. VP of EPC and Construction.
• Make decisions and recommendations, which can greatly impact corporate relationships with clients and project profitability. Plan, organize and staff key field positions through department heads.
• Implement, manage and provide safety leadership to ensure zero injury safety results.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and engineers to facilitate construction activities.
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendents to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious delay situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent the Company in project meetings, assist in any labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect the Company’s interest and simultaneously maintain a good relationship with the c lient.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Abilitytoread,analyze and interpretengineeringdesigndrawings, technicalprocedures and specifications, governmentregulations, business correspondence and manuals. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures. Abilitytocommunicatedirectionseffectively verbally to craft supervisors and respond to questions from clients, managers, and fellow workers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Conduct work in operating facilities and/or construction sites. This requires the ability to hear , as well as the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus . Lifting to 50 pounds may be required .

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The normal work environment will be a field office with moderate noise . May visit or be assigned to an operating plant and reside in an office on-site for the duration of a project . This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles.

• This position requires the ability and willingness to travel and work on project sites located away from the employee’s home base, including extended assignments for the duration of project execution.
• Project assignments may require temporary relocation, rotational schedules, or extended work weeks based on project needs, contract requirements, and execution priorities.
• Travel may include domestic and/or international assignments, depending on project scope and business requirements.
• The Construction Manager is expected to remain flexible and responsive to changing project locations and schedules, consistent with business needs.
• Travel and per diem arrangements, if applicable, will be administered in accordance with company policies and project-specific requirements.