Manager, Construction

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading field-level construction execution across Services projects. This role serves as the primary owner of construction readiness, field team member management, subcontractor coordination, field safety alignment, and execution sequencing. The Construction Manager bridges the gap between project management and field operations, enabling consistent execution, improved safety performance, schedule adherence, and margin protection as the Services portfolio continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a champion of Southwire's Safety & Quality Culture of Zero by inspecting and monitoring work execution to ensure compliance with safety regulations, internal quality processes and standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Partner with the Project Manager to develop detailed construction execution plans and timelines that align with the overall project schedule, scope, and budget.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site personnel while collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, customers, sales agents, project management, and internal leadership to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Maintain cost control by monitoring construction-related costs, identifying potential variances, and supporting corrective actions to ensure projects remain within approved financial limits.
• Oversee all phases of construction execution, from mobilization through commissioning and testing, ensuring work is properly sequenced and completed on schedule.
• Proactively resolve on-site construction issues, adjust execution plans as needed, and escalate risks appropriately to maintain schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Support consistent construction execution practices across HV projects by providing field feedback, identifying improvement opportunities, and reinforcing disciplined execution standards.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Specialized Degree: Engineering, Construction Management, or other related field of study
• 5-7 Years of Experience
• Field(s) of Expertise: Construction Management, Field Operations, Project Management Roles

Preferred Education & Experience

• 8-11 Years of Experience
• Field(s) of Expertise: Utility, Transmission, or Industrial environments
• Licenses and Certifications: Project Management Methodologies

Spans of Control

• Does this role manage Southwire team members: Yes
• Number of direct reports: 10+

Travel

• Domestic, occasionally international - up to 75% of time

Physical Requirements

• Carrying/Lifting - 5% of time/Weight 45 lbs
• Climbing - 5% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping - 5% of time
• Driving - 10% of time
• Moving - 10% of time
• Standing - 20% of time
• Sitting - 15% of time
• Walking - 20% of time
• Pushing/Pulling - 10% of time/Weight 45 lbs

Working Conditions

• Office
• Variety of shifts
• Overtime, Weekends & Holidays
• Extreme heat/cold
• Heights/Elevated Platforms
• Confined spaces
• Dust/fumes/gases/chemicals
• Loud noise

Equipment

• Hard Hat
• Computer/Keyboard
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoes
• Safety Vest
• Radio/Walkie

Benefits We Offer

• 401(k) with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More