Construction Manager

M. J. Electric, LLC

$100K — $120K *
Bow, NH 03304In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of construction management experience in utility, civil, or infrastructure projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency in project scheduling and reporting software.
  • Strong understanding of construction regulations, quality control processes, and safety protocols.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating client relationships.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills, capable of juggling multiple priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Review project documents for constructability, identifying issues before work begins.
  • Assist in cost estimation and prepare RFP packages for subcontractors.
  • Develop detailed project schedules and collaborate with teams to streamline construction work.
  • Track material deliveries and verify BOM against project specifications.
  • Coordinate project teams, including subcontractors and client representatives, for effective communication and scheduling.
  • Prepare progress reports to support project planning and tracking.
  • Promote a culture of safety and quality, conducting site audits and implementing corrective actions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
  • LifeLock identity theft protection
  • Employee discounts
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Full Job Description
About this Role - Construction Manager

We are looking for a talented Construction Manager who has a passion for quality construction. This position oversees utility and civil construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout. Acting as a critical link between management and field operations, the Construction Manager provides leadership, coordination, oversight, and support to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and client expectations.

What You'll Do

Preconstruction & Planning

- Review project drawings, specifications, and designs for constructability, identifying conflicts, risks, and construction challenges before work begins.

- Participate in project planning meetings and constructability reviews, recommending improvements to field execution while maintaining project requirements.

- Assist in developing cost estimates and production units, and prepare subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.

Budget & Schedule Management

- Collaborate with estimating and project management teams to develop and refine project budgets; monitor costs and flag potential risks.

- Develop detailed project schedules and construction work plans with the Superintendent and PM, coordinating sequencing to maximize productivity and minimize delays.

- Monitor schedule and cost performance and recommend corrective action when necessary.

Materials & Procurement

- Verify Bill of Material (BOM) against project drawings and specifications, and coordinate with procurement to ensure accurate ordering.

- Track material deliveries, confirm quantities, and report discrepancies to keep required materials on-site ahead of scheduled installation activities.

Subcontractor & Client Coordination

- Serve as the central point of coordination among the project team, client representatives, subcontractors, and field operations, including subcontractor onboarding, qualification, scheduling, and performance monitoring.

- Act as primary liaison to owner representatives, ensuring timely communication of project updates, issues, and schedule changes.

- Coordinate project meetings and documentation, and build strong working relationships with clients, municipalities, and inspectors.

Reporting & Project Controls

- Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly progress, cost, schedule, and material usage reports to support project planning and performance analysis.

- Support change order development, punch-list completion, turnover packages, and client handoff documentation.

- Reduce administrative workload on General Foremen and Superintendents so they can focus on field execution.

Safety & Quality

- Promote a culture of safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle - including a "see something, say something" mindset - and enforce company, client, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.

- Conduct a minimum of two site safety audits per week, plus hazard assessments and risk evaluations; investigate incidents and lead corrective action plans.

- Oversee QA/QC inspections to verify work conforms to drawings, specifications, and client standards, and coordinate related documentation and client inspections.

- Identify project risks and deficiencies, help the team implement mitigation and corrective actions, and participate in lessons-learned reviews.

What You'll Bring

- 10+ years of construction management, utility construction, civil construction, or infrastructure project experience.

- Experience managing subcontractors, schedules, and client relationships.

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and field experience.

- Familiarity with utility, electrical, gas, telecom, or civil construction projects preferred.

- Strong understanding of construction means and methods, safety regulations, and quality control processes.

- Proficiency in project scheduling and reporting software.

- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

What You'll Get

- 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)

- Paid Holidays and PTO

- Medical, Dental, and Vision

- Flexible Spending Accounts

- Health Savings Account

- Accident Insurance

- Hospital Indemnity Insurance

- Critical Illness Insurance

- LifeLock Identity Theft Protection

- Employee Discounts

- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

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