Construction Manager

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe.

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Build the coolest tech for the world’s leading brands, solve complex problems, and learn new skills. Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients and master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience. Join a community of change makers and a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech.

About the role

The main function of a construction manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in fields such as engineering, research and development, financial systems, and product roll-out. This role will be responsible for keeping track of all construction activities from the constructability, schedule, QAQC, and safety standpoint.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 8–10 years of experience required.
• Data Center construction experience (ideal background).

Top Hard Skills

• Construction management (8–10 years).
• Ability to work with different stakeholders to support best interests.
• Growth and proactive mindset.

Pay

$180,000 – $190,000 annually. Factors that may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 5 personal days accrued each calendar year (meets paid sick and safe time laws for the city/state)
• 10–15 days of paid vacation time
• 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year