Construction Manager

Actalent • Southfield, MI • 21h ago

Job Title: Construction Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Field Coordinator/Construction Manager to lead major water and wastewater infrastructure renewal projects. This role involves comprehensive construction inspection, administration, and management coordination to ensure contractor activities are aligned with plans and specifications. You will be responsible for reviewing onsite construction work for compliance with Contract Drawings and Specifications, facilitating communication between the Owner and Contractor, and assisting with construction administration tasks including RFIs, RFCs, field orders, claims, submittal and schedule reviews, meetings, and payment applications. Additionally, you will supervise and train Field Coordinators and possess a strong understanding of technical disciplines related to water and wastewater treatment and conveyance.

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage contractor activities to ensure adherence to plans and specifications.

Review onsite construction work for compliance with Contract Drawings and Specifications.

Facilitate communication between Owner and Contractor to ensure construction activities do not disrupt Owner operations.

Assist with construction administration tasks such as RFIs, RFCs, field orders, claims, submittal and schedule reviews, meetings, and payment applications.

Supervise and train Field Coordinators.

Independently coordinate small to mid-sized projects or portions of larger projects.

Manage a GLWA project with a duration of 5 years.

Spend 85% of time in project management and 15% mentoring junior inspectors.

Essential Skills

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Field Coordination

Project Management

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, unless candidate has relevant experience.

7+ years of experience in construction administration, observation, or project management, preferably in water/wastewater treatment facility or industrial/manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience mentoring and managing junior staff while managing projects.

Experience in construction inspection.

Experience with municipal wastewater infrastructure projects.

Bonus for candidates with water/wastewater or industrial/manufacturing project experience.

Candidates with an electrical experience are preferred.

Work Environment

The position entails working 40 hours per week from 7 AM to 3 PM, predominantly onsite in Detroit for a 5-year-long GLWA project. You will work at various sites, primarily water/wastewater treatment facilities, and conduct office work in a nearby trailer or occasionally at the office in Southfield. The office lease is set to expire at the end of the year, with hopes to relocate to the Troy area. This role offers the opportunity to mentor a team of 4 junior inspectors, with guaranteed work for the next 5 years. The firm operates year-round with a focus on GLWA projects, providing significant career growth potential, and offers straight-time overtime for salaried employees

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Company offers dental, vision, medical. 401K

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southfield,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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