Title:             Construction Manager
Position Type:    Contract
Location:         Richmond, VA
Status:        Exempt

Key Project Requirements:  
·    10+ years of construction management or field oversight experience with industrial processing, power generation, refinery, or chemical plant projects.
·    Experience managing site construction activities, subcontractors, and schedule execution on complex industrial facilities.
·    Proficiency using project scheduling and tracking tools such as Primavera, Microsoft Project, or Gantt-based planning tools.

Job Summary:  
NAES is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee the construction of a petroleum pilot plant facility in Richmond, Virginia. This role is responsible for managing on-site construction activities, coordinating contractors and engineering teams, and ensuring the project is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities to ensure work aligns with project plans, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
•    Manage day-to-day field operations, including coordination of contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
•    Monitor construction progress against schedule and budget, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
•    Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and construction documentation to ensure proper installation and compliance with design requirements.
•    Conduct site inspections and enforce adherence to OSHA regulations, safety procedures, and project quality standards.
•    Serve as the primary point of coordination between the owner, contractors, and engineering teams to resolve field issues and maintain project progress.

Job Requirements:
•    Proven experience managing construction activities on industrial facilities such as power plants, refineries, chemical plants, or similar process facilities.
•    Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial safety standards, and construction quality control practices.
•    Demonstrated ability to identify risks, troubleshoot field issues, and implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget.
•    Strong communication and leadership skills with experience coordinating between owners, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders.

Education / Experience:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field preferred(or additional experience in lieu of degree).
•    10+ years of construction management field oversight experience with industrial processing, power generation, refinery, or chemical plant projects.