Sr. Construction Manager - Houston, TX

About S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible and hybrid work schedules, and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

Job Overview

S&B is currently seeking a Construction Manager to provide overall management direction for field construction projects. May on occasion be placed in the overall responsible position of a project in which case the additional duties of the Project Manager will also apply.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will supervise Project Superintendents, Craft Superintendents, General Foremen, and Foremen.

Education

Requires a four-year degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Construction Manager role.
• Must be able to effectively manage projects that range in varying size and complexity.
• Must be able to manage projects with a direct hire scope of 2MM – 3.5MM man-hours.
• Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Must have sound knowledge of cost and schedule adherence.
• Possess the skills to employ tact, diplomacy, and influence.
• Understand and manage the inter-working relationships between various craft trades, including subcontractors.
• Ability to anticipate and implement corrective actions to limit potential labor-related disputes.

Computer Skills And Digital Collaboration Expectations

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams is required for virtual meetings, chat, and document sharing.
• Ability to effectively use digital tools for project coordination, reporting, and communication across engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams.
• Comfort working in a technology-enabled construction environment using laptops, tablets, and mobile devices for accessing project data.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving company systems, software platforms, and digital workflows.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Report to the assigned AOM, VP of Field Operations, and Sr. VP of EPC and Construction.
• Make decisions and recommendations that can greatly impact client relationships and project profitability.
• Plan, organize, and staff key field positions through department heads.
• Implement and manage safety leadership to ensure zero injury safety results.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime clients and engineers to facilitate construction activities.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendents to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget. Investigate potentially serious delay situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent the Company in project meetings and assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the Company’s interest while maintaining a good client relationship.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering design drawings, technical procedures, specifications, government regulations, business correspondence, and manuals.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate directions effectively verbally to craft supervisors and respond to questions from clients, managers, and fellow workers.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Physical Demands

Conduct work in operating facilities and/or construction sites. This requires the ability to hear, as well as the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, and balance. Requires clear close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Work Environment

The normal work environment will be a field office with moderate noise. May visit or be assigned to an operating plant and reside in an office on-site for the duration of a project. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, work near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles. This position requires the ability and willingness to travel and work on project sites located away from the employee’s home base, including extended assignments for the duration of project execution. Project assignments may require temporary relocation, rotational schedules, or extended work weeks based on project needs, contract requirements, and execution priorities. Travel may include domestic and/or international assignments, depending on project scope and business requirements. The Construction Manager is expected to remain flexible and responsive to changing project locations and schedules, consistent with business needs. Travel and per diem arrangements, if applicable, will be administered in accordance with company policies and project-specific requirements.

Key skills/competency

Senior Construction Manager, Project Management, Field Operations, EPC, Safety Leadership, Cost Control, Schedule Adherence, Client Relations, Team Supervision, Risk Management.