Construction Manager- Perdiem

Do you thrive in a company where you roll up your sleeves and get it done? Join Charah Solutions, the leading provider of environmental services and byproduct sales to the power generation industry. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, we assist utilities and independent power producers in sustainably managing and recycling ash byproducts from coal combustion. With over 30 years of experience, we design and implement solutions for ash pond management, landfill construction, fly ash sales, and structural fill projects.

About the role

This position manages day-to-day onsite operations for individual construction projects from Pre-Construction through the Close-Out Phase. Responsibilities include procuring, scheduling, and directing work crews, equipment, subcontractors, and materials while ensuring projects are constructed according to designs, plans, and specifications, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand proposals, estimates, plans, drawings, specifications, and related documents; analyze labor, material, equipment, and time requirements.
• Maintain full accountability for onsite operations from Pre-Construction through Project Close-Out.
• Communicate continually with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and their schedules.
• Collaborate with engineers, environmental teams, owners, vendors, and suppliers.
• Enforce all applicable safety precautions, programs, and Charah Solutions Standard Operating Procedures.
• Understand OSHA construction industry requirements and customer safety expectations.
• Demonstrate professionalism when working with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and coworkers.
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain initiative to meet or exceed project construction schedules.
• Work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Complete projects and reports accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a construction environment.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of construction management or supervision experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education is a plus.
• OSHA 30 Certification or ability to acquire it.
• Experience in site grading, heavy construction (mass excavations, embankments, hauling, utility construction).
• Landfill construction or operation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read engineered drawings, blueprints, grade stakes, and use a level.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL and heavy equipment operation experience a plus.

Work Environment & Conditions

• Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to climb, reach, grasp, bend, and stand/sit/walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to hear and see naturally or with correction.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to loud noises and atmospheric conditions (fumes, odor, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation).
• Work in both internal and external environments.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, or as a team leader under pressure with time constraints.
• Act independently, originate new procedures, and sustain open, candid, and trusting relationships.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company contribution after one year.
• Paid time off.
• Strong safety record and well-maintained equipment.