Construction Site Manager (Field Based)

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ERM is hiring a Construction Site Manager in Iowa to support construction oversight for Wind energy projects. This is a full-time (40-60 hours / week), limited-term role for the duration of 12 months, extendable.

Overview

The Construction Site Manager acts as the Owner's Representative coordinating Owner personnel on-site, including Health, Safety, and Environmental personnel, quality observers, and other service providers during on-site construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Owner's Representative on-site, coordinating Owner personnel and service providers while construction activities occur.
• Manage and coordinate all on-site construction activities for compliance with the project schedule and contract requirements.
• Supervise and mentor managers; monitor their activities and provide leadership.
• Monitor and report on construction productivity and schedule performance to the owner's Project Manager; take actions to meet budget and schedule requirements.
• Direct implementation of construction schedule recovery plans as required.
• Coordinate the Construction Completion Walkdown and manage the close-out of punch list items.
• Assist owners with landowner / public relations.
• Conduct daily coordination meetings with field staff and contractors.
• Report weekly schedule and commodity installation status to the owner's Project Manager.
• Monitor extra work authorization requests, back charges, and supplier / subcontractor progress / final payment requests for acceptance and ensure timely tracking information to the Project Administrator.
• Hold full knowledge of the safety program and act as Safety Representative on site in the absence of the regular Safety Supervisor.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and implement ERM's and the client's safety programs.
• Have general knowledge of all construction disciplines and stand in for lead disciplines as needed.
• Resolve safety and quality issues with the contractor's safety and quality managers.
• Understand major commercial and deliverable terms of construction contracts and manage within these terms.
• Prepare the construction portion of the monthly report.
• Coordinate with Field Engineers or home office engineers on engineering deliverables.
• Manage construction Manufacturer's Service Technicians and track timesheets for hourly employees.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and change management; supervise the work of others and address performance as needed.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to manage construction activities, contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Be flexible to changing project conditions, develop alternative solutions, and recommend actions to maintain project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Maintain attention to detail and documentation through daily logs, KPI tracking, and periodic reporting.
• Be willing to work late nights, weekends, or travel on short notice to address project issues.

Requirements

About ERM

As the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world's leading organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlock commercial opportunities that meet today's needs while preserving opportunities for the future.

ERM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe diversity strengthens our ability to deliver better solutions for our clients. Our team supports clients across their organizations to operationalize sustainability, backed by technical expertise in environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes and is not responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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