
Construction Manager
Willdan · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Manage concurrent energy construction projects nationwide.
- Oversee field operations, subcontractors, and client relations.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, and ensure quality.
- Requires extensive nationwide travel (3 weeks on, 1 week off).
- Must have 5-7 years' experience and OSHA 30/CPR certifications.
About the role
Construction Manager
APG is a leading EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractor specializing in complex, high-value electrical infrastructure projects, including high-voltage substations, utility-scale and commercial solar installations, microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and other advanced electrical solutions for data centers, industrial facilities, and commercial clients. We deliver turnkey solutions that power the future with reliability, efficiency, and innovation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The role requires full-time nationwide travel with a structured 3 weeks on and 1 week at home travel schedule. Candidates must be prepared to travel to project sites across the U.S. The Construction Manager oversees several concurrent mid-sized energy retrofit construction projects throughout the US. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years total professional experience that includes a wide range of experience in field operations and construction means and methods. The candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate success in the following skills and abilities:
- Manage multiple concurrent energy construction projects across the U.S.
- Provide valuable cost and constructability input during the design phase.
- Coordinate submittal, schedules, subcontractors and field activities.
- Lead construction meetings with subcontractors, APG teams, and clients.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules (including 3-week lookahead).
- Ensure strict adherence to construction specifications QA/QC, and safety standards.
- Oversee project closeout documentation, and as-built drawings.
- Capture and manage field redlines and ensure accurate project documentation.
- Maintain construction management software per company standards.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships and ensure project success.
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Valid Driver's License and ability to travel extensively nationwide.
- 5-7 years of construction management experience with strong field operations background.
- Experience with data center substations, microgrids, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is required.
- Strong knowledge of the construction means, methods, and energy infrastructure projects.
- Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and quality simultaneously.
- Ability to lead teams, subcontractors, and client interactions effectively.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Capable of leading confidently in identifying, correcting and/or avoiding potential schedule, budget or quality issues.
- The ability to make decisions, while balancing cost implications, to avoid disruptions in the work or customers’ operations is required.
- Be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee and Subcontractor performance.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish project’s goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Thorough understanding of Company and industry practices, policies, and standards.
- Desire and capability to lead others in the construction process.
- Effectively engage clients in the construction process. Respond to client concerns in an effective and timely manner.
- Possess excellent organizational skills. Capable of maintaining project documentation and working on multiple activities/projects at one time.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs and climb ladders as needed.
- Willingness to work in field environments across varying job sites nationwide.
Certifications Required
- OSHA 30 Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience reviewing and implementing construction specifications and drawings.
- AutoCAD experience (drafting and redlining) is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with ESCO design and commissioning processes.
- Knowledge of electrical, solar, and mechanical systems in commercial/industrial settings.
EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a-case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Alternative Power Generation, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- EPC Projects
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Substation Construction
- Solar Installations
- Microgrids
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Field Operations
- Client Relations
Skills & topics
- Construction Manager
- Project Management
- EPC
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Substations
- Solar
- Microgrids
- BESS
- Field Operations
- Nationwide Travel
- OSHA 30
- Safety Management
- Budget Management
- Schedule Management
- Client Relations
- Team Leadership
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5-7 years of construction management experience, field operations, and specific project types like data centers, microgrids, or BESS.
- Emphasize travel readiness: Clearly state your willingness and ability to travel nationwide extensively for 3 weeks on, 1 week off.
- Showcase leadership skills: Provide examples of leading teams, subcontractors, and client interactions, along with problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss construction means and methods, QA/QC, safety standards, and project documentation.
- Highlight certifications: Ensure your resume prominently features OSHA 30 and CPR/AED certifications.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the travel requirement for the Construction Manager role at Willdan?
- The Construction Manager role at Willdan requires full-time nationwide travel with a structured schedule of 3 weeks on project sites and 1 week at home. Candidates must be prepared for extensive travel across the U.S.
- What specific experience is required for the Construction Manager position at Willdan?
- The role requires 5-7 years of construction management experience with a strong background in field operations. Experience with data center substations, microgrids, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is specifically required. A high school diploma or equivalent is also necessary.
- What certifications are mandatory for the Construction Manager job at Willdan?
- Mandatory certifications for this Construction Manager position include OSHA 30 Certification and CPR/AED Certification. These are essential for ensuring safety and compliance on project sites.
- Are there any preferred qualifications for the Construction Manager role at Willdan?
- Preferred qualifications include experience reviewing and implementing construction specifications and drawings, AutoCAD experience (drafting and redlining), familiarity with ESCO design and commissioning processes, and knowledge of electrical, solar, and mechanical systems in commercial/industrial settings.
- What is the expected work arrangement for this Construction Manager role?
- This is a field-based role requiring extensive nationwide travel. While there's a structured '3 weeks on, 1 week home' schedule, the core of the work involves being on project sites across the U.S.
- How does Willdan handle reasonable accommodations for the application process?
- Willdan is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance during any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you should notify them directly.
- What kind of projects will a Construction Manager oversee at APG (Willdan)?
- As a Construction Manager at APG, you will oversee several concurrent mid-sized energy retrofit construction projects. These projects involve complex electrical infrastructure such as high-voltage substations, solar installations, microgrids, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
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