Senior Construction Manager

Senior Construction Manager

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Here's what you can expect:

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• FLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT – A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you're in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – support your growth with tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary of the Role

As the Senior Construction Manager, you will be responsible for the profitable execution of the projects under your management including safe, on-time, on budget completion, adherence to corporate and contract compliance, quality control and customer satisfaction. You will be managing projects including, but not limited to: Battery, Generator, Solar, and EV Charging. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with MEP, Structural Engineers, Site/Civil Engineers and Architects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Operations Manager to monitor project management compliance with reporting related to corporate policy and the contract documents.
• Accept projects from the estimating department at budget transfer. Manage the buyout process in a cost-effective and timely manner, while meeting minority participation and company requirements. Review all construction contracts. Oversee the contract change process.
• Assist other Energy team departments as needed to gather information, meet with clients, vet subcontractors and suppliers and represent CSE in the Ontario market.
• Take responsibility for assignment of project teams to projects, matching their skill and experience levels, to insure profitable performance consistent with company objectives and policies.
• Ensure the margin analyses are accurate and timely. Dig deep to mitigate potential losses and to enhance profitability.
• Review the schedule and weekly narrative to ensure the project is tracking for on time completion and that the documentation is in accordance with S&P Policy.
• Visit each project site on a scheduled and regular basis to remain updated on construction activities. Maintain periodic contact with the "Principle in Charge" for the architect, program manager and the owner.
• Review the safety training program and the safety procedures for the projects under your management on a regular basis to ensure that an effective program is being conducted. Review and mitigate safety trends. Conduct thorough "root cause" investigations on any accidents.
• Elevate and coordinate all legal matters involving construction to the appropriate Director.
• Responsible for the successful delivery of the projects under your control, the development of your personnel, safety, and quality.
• Ensure customer satisfaction. This will be reviewed based on repeat business and client references.

Qualifications

We're looking for talented professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to high-quality, meaningful work. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in construction related field, or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• 8-10 years of experience as a construction manager, preferably with distributed energy projects (Battery, Generator, Solar, EV Charging, etc.)
• Previous EPC experience preferable.
• MS Office, MS Project preferred
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to identify practical uses for company-approved AI tools to improve team processes, support better decisions, and increase efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy, protect confidential information, and remain responsible for the final work product.

Work Location

This is a hybrid role based out the following Core States Group offices: Ontario, CA or Somerville, NJ. 10-20% travel (1-3 days a month).

Company Overview

Core States Group is an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm trusted by many of the world's most notable brands. With 26 offices across the United States and Canada, the firm delivers speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design for national multisite programs and projects.

Established in 1999, Core States Group drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

A Note to Candidates

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.