Assistant Construction Manager

We are partnering with a leading organization in the renewable energy space seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support the execution of complex construction projects across multiple sites. This role is responsible for coordinating field activities, managing contractors, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations and operational standards.

This position combines hands-on field support with project coordination, working closely with Construction Managers, Project Managers, engineering teams, and third-party contractors to drive successful project delivery, maintain safety compliance, and support overall construction operations.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Support Construction Managers and Project Managers in defining project scope, requirements, and execution plans.
• Monitor project budgets, track costs, and communicate potential overruns or change orders proactively.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure scope, schedules, and expectations are clearly understood.
• Manage field activities and contractor performance to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality project execution.
• Apply construction safety and environmental compliance standards, including OSHA regulations, hazard reviews, and jobsite safety inspections.
• Support incident reporting, corrective actions, and implementation of environmental controls on active job sites.
• Provide on-site project support, coordinate daily with field teams, and assist with training on construction processes and procedures.
• Manage projects from proposal through close-out while following company SOPs and client requirements.
• Lead external-facing project discussions with suppliers and customers as needed.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and related software for reporting, documentation, and route feasibility studies.
• Support drone operations and related project activities as required.
• Travel to active project sites as needed based on project demands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2-6 years of industry-related construction experience preferred.
• Prior EHS or construction safety experience strongly preferred (e.g., OSHA 30 Hour Construction, OSHA 510, 500, CHST, or equivalent).

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