Job Title: Construction Manager - (Remote with Regional Travel)
Remote Based Locations Available (candidates need to be in these regions): Washington, Idaho, California, Arizona, Texas, Alabama, North Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Missouri, and Ohio.
Job Description
The Construction Manager oversees new builds, renovations, and expansions of large-scale fulfillment and industrial facilities across the United States, with a focus on preconstruction management for retrofit, expansion, and initiative projects. This role leads design, schedule, and budget coordination, ensures risk mitigation and on-time delivery, and drives effective collaboration among internal and external stakeholders. The Construction Manager sets project deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors progress, and prepares clear status reports for leadership while ensuring adherence to design criteria, spending guidelines, and transaction policies.
Responsibilities
Lead preconstruction management for retrofit, expansion, and new industrial building projects and programs, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment.
Obtain and document all project specifics from site selection and transaction management teams, and research and compile all available site information.
Coordinate all engineering and architectural specifications for each building @type, including internal composite coordination, site surveys, existing drawings, and site visits.
Manage site-specific requirements such as transportation and traffic control, internal building requirement standards, and line-of-business (LOB) requirements.
Coordinate initial architectural design efforts and manage permit submittals as required by local jurisdictions.
Develop and provide supporting documentation for lease execution, including site plans, work letters, schedules, and phasing plans.
Create initial construction schedules and phasing sequences to support project planning and execution.
Prepare construction cost estimates for capital requests and other planning efforts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project scope.
Manage due diligence activities, including utility coordination and other preconstruction efforts, prior to construction handoff.
Provide complete and accurate documentation for construction handoff, ensuring all materials are uploaded to Procore, including contact lists, drawings, permit status, lease language and exhibits, capital request breakdowns, and any landlord contributions or reimbursements.
Maintain an organized repository of all preconstruction work products by site for future reference and auditability.
Set project deadlines, assign responsibilities to internal and external team members, and track and summarize progress throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with design criteria, spending policies, transaction policies, and internal standards while influencing cross-functional stakeholders to meet project goals.
Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations for upper management regarding project and program status, risks, and mitigation plans.
Lead and direct the work of others, providing guidance and oversight to project teams, and leveraging creativity and judgment to solve complex design and construction challenges.
Manage multiple concurrent projects or programs, ensuring consistent quality, risk management, and stakeholder communication across all initiatives.
Review and coordinate RFIs, stakeholder communications, and contract-related documentation to support smooth project execution.
Collaborate closely with facilities management, engineering, and design teams on planning, design review, implementation, and control of new structures and existing buildings.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a comparable field.
At least 7 years of experience in construction management or a closely related field.
Experience managing commercial or industrial construction projects, including retrofits and/or new builds.
Demonstrated experience with projects of at least 150,000 square feet and a minimum budget of approximately $20 million.
Experience in at least two disciplines within the construction industry, such as General Contracting, Owner's Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering and Design, or similar.
Proven project management experience overseeing large-scale, complex construction initiatives.
Strong construction management and project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
Experience in site development and project coordination for industrial or commercial facilities.
Experience in facilities management or similar roles, including planning, design review, implementation, and project control for new and existing buildings.
Ability to manage program-level responsibilities and oversee multiple concurrent projects.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate project requirements clearly to various technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience with contract review and coordination of RFIs and other project documentation.
Familiarity with a wide range of design and construction concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to lead and direct the work of others, using sound judgment and creativity to accomplish project goals.
Eligibility to work on projects subject to export control requirements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Project Management accreditation such as PMP® or a similar credential.
Experience working as an owner's representative or in commercial development environments.
Experience supporting large-scale programs for highly innovative, technology-driven organizations.
Proficiency with construction management software and tools, including platforms such as Procore for documentation and handoff.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, presentations, and project documentation.
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and build strong partnerships across internal and external teams.
High degree of creativity and adaptability when addressing complex design and construction challenges.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain comprehensive repositories of project and preconstruction documentation.
Work Environment
This role is primarily remote, providing flexibility in day-to-day work location while maintaining close collaboration with cross-functional teams. The Construction Manager conducts approximately two project site visits per month, with each visit typically lasting 2-3 days; travel is reimbursed according to company policies. Project locations are primarily throughout Washington, Idaho, California, Arizona, Texas, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Indiana, and Missouri, with exposure to active construction sites, industrial facilities, and large-scale fulfillment centers. You will work in a highly innovative environment where teams lead large, complex programs for a globally recognized technology-focused organization that values customer obsession and operational excellence. The position is part of a project management practice that emphasizes employee engagement, professional development, and strong partnership. Eligible employees may access a comprehensive benefits package, which can include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and other contribution options; life insurance for employees and dependents; short- and long-term disability; a Health Savings Account (HSA); transportation benefits; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Eligibility requirements and plan details vary by role and length of employment and are governed by applicable plan terms.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
