Position Overview
We are seeking a Construction Manager to lead overnight operations on critical infrastructure projects in the energy sector, including power generation, transmission, and distribution. The role involves supervising all second shift (typically 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM) construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are met while coordinating with day shift and project leadership to maintain 24/7 operational continuity.
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Key Responsibilities
• Night Shift Oversight: Manage all construction operations during the second shift, ensuring alignment with daily work plans and long-term project milestones.
• Team Coordination: Interface with day shift managers, contractors, engineers, and safety teams to ensure seamless project execution between shifts.
• Safety Leadership: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, conduct toolbox talks, and lead incident response as needed.
• Quality Control: Monitor work for compliance with plans, specs, and industry standards; address quality issues in real-time.
• Reporting: Maintain detailed shift reports, including progress updates, workforce logs, safety observations, and material/equipment usage.
• Issue Resolution: Anticipate and resolve construction challenges, including labor, equipment, and access issues.
• Logistics & Resources: Coordinate overnight deliveries, equipment staging, and crew assignments to optimize productivity.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with project requirements, environmental regulations, and jurisdictional codes.
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Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• 6+ years of experience managing construction projects, including power generation or transmission & distribution
• Prior experience overseeing night shift or rotating shift operations on infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of construction safety (OSHA, NFPA 70E), QA/QC procedures, and site logistics
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, overnight construction environment
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Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in high-voltage substation, power plant, or linear utility construction
• Familiarity with greenfield/brownfield project execution
• Proficiency with construction management tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, or similar
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Additional Details
• This is an overnight position; standard hours are expected to be 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM.
• During last month of the assignment, please be prepared for 12 hour shift.
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