Construction Manager

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven‑time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty‑first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. AES is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support the successful delivery of a utility-scale renewable energy project in Kansas (on-site) . As the owner's on-site representative, you will oversee EPC contractors, drive a culture of safety and quality, and ensure construction activities are executed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with project requirements. This is a highly visible, field‑based leadership role offering the opportunity to contribute to the development of critical solar and energy storage infrastructure while helping accelerate the transition to a cleaner energy future. Responsibilities Collaborate with the safety department to ensure all safety goals are the highest priority Makes certain that the company is represented in accordance with AES Renewables & Power corporate values. Project Landowners: The CM establishes a transparent and respectful line of communication between the project construction team and the landowners. This involves regular interactions, updates, and direct contact to keep landowners informed about project timelines, impacts, and progress. Addressing landowner concerns during construction, the CM is the main point of contact for landowner issues, from dust and noise complaints to concerns about property boundaries and access. The CM must address these issues promptly and respectfully. Manage on-site monthly/weekly drone photo progress updates. Proactively identify and assist EPC in the Management of site environmental and safety impacts Facilitate communication between the DEQ, AHJ, and the EPC on environmental community concerns and impacts. Provides excellence in managing and delivering the project(s), in line with the company’s expectations. Creates a culture of continuous improvement. Prepare and manage, in coordination with the PM team, the project execution plan, including the project schedule; coordinate and host the project kickoff meetings; and prepare and manage an effective project closeout. Manage and direct AES hired on-site contract employees (QC/Safety/Commissioning). Verify and approve time records weekly. Work with the project management team to ensure the effective management of all contracts (prime and subcontracts), including change orders and documentation of variances. Onsite owner’s representative monitoring of utility-scale solar construction completed by 3rd party EPC Contractors Cultivate positive working relationships with 3rd party EPC Contractors Manage the construction of utility-scale solar and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects to the 3rd party EPC contract and permit requirements including schedule, budget, scope of work, deliverables, Complete daily safety walks and submit a daily safety walk report into current project applied software programs. Ensure that any deficiencies are corrected. Manage internal safety goals with 3rd party EPC Contractors Attend internal and external meetings as necessary (e.g., daily, weekly). Track project progress against the schedule and manage schedule remediation plans in coordination with the Project PM. Discuss daily objectives with the third‑party EPC contractor and promptly report perceived risks and any other issues/observations. Verify and sign off on various construction milestones (civil, structural, mechanical and electrical) and update internal tracking software Ensure thorough and quality work by verifying items against scopes of work and design plans to minimize punch lists and deliver the best-in-class assets. Verify 3rd party EPC Contractors adhere to QA/QC plans Work with in‑house engineering to provide information and attend job walks to facilitate reports from 3rd party independent engineers. Collect third‑party EPC deliverables and either upload them to an internal data room or send them to the appropriate team member for sign‑off (e.g., test reports, progress reports, etc.). Review draft invoices with 3rd party EPC Contractor and verify work completed. First line of defense against proposed change orders; escalating to internal Project Manager as necessary. Proactively communicate and manage an ongoing punch list with 3rd party EPC Contractor, managing the final punch list from Mechanical Completion to completion. Review and approve EPC invoicing monthly with PM Team. Core Competencies Proven ability to motivate others internal and external to AES the organization Team player supporting both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization Strong proficiency in communication, written and verbal. The ability to solicit others for support for ideas and solutions. The ability to quickly identify information needed to clarify or remedy project issues that may arise, seek the information from appropriate sources, and use skillful questioning to draw out the information to find a solution. Anticipate the implications, impacts and/or any consequences of those impacts and take appropriate action and be prepared with possible contingency plans. Demonstrate technical knowledge and skill in utility-scale solar construction and BESS construction. Takes initiative to identify any actions or change initiatives to maintain project schedule and budget and ensures a plan is in place that closely follows the Way of Execution (WOE) guides for AES and the approved Project Execution Plan (PEP). Drives to complete thorough work; follow up with others to ensure that commitments have been fulfilled. Self-directed, proactive, solution-oriented, collaborative team leadership. Ability to lead and complete physically rigorous site inspections before and during construction. QA/QC, punch list creation and verification, and commodity tracking in all types of environmental conditions. Extensive knowledge of Procore and its daily use. Be able to operate Google Earth/ARC GIS software. Minimum Qualifications 5 years of onsite utility-scale solar, battery storage, and/or substation construction management. (Large scale Power, Oil & Gas, Chemical construction project experience also considered) Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods. Expert knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards. Bachelor of Science Degree preferred, but not a requirement. OSHA 30 Certified Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing software and technology needs. Must be willing to travel and generally be on site 5 days a week. Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of Procore is a plus. Must be able to work in various climates and walk sites as necessary for inspections and other requirements. FAA 107 license preferred. Training and certification will be reimbursed. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr The AES Corporation