Construction Site Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Site Lead to oversee the deployment of large-scale inspection systems in Calexico, CA . The Site Lead will be responsible for end-to-end site execution , from construction kickoff through Government acceptance testing (CBP) . This individual will serve as the primary on-site point of contact , coordinating across internal teams, subcontractors, government stakeholders, and construction partners to ensure successful project delivery. This is a hands-on, field-based leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, logistical coordination skills, and the ability to manage multiple active sites simultaneously in collaboration with other Site Leads. Extensive travel is required , with most time spent on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate installation and commissioning of: Vehicle, cargo, and rail inspection systems and Radiation detection systems
• Act as the primary on-site liaison between all stakeholders, including CBP, contractors, and internal teams
• Coordinate equipment delivery schedules, site access, work areas, and resource allocation
• Track shipments and oversee equipment offloading and laydown logistics
• Monitor construction and installation progress against project schedules and milestones
• Proactively identify risks, delays, and conflicts, and drive resolution
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, including long-lead item forecasting and forward planning
• Provide daily and weekly status updates to stakeholders
• Support site-related requests, issue resolution, and subcontractor coordination
• Collaborate with other Site Leads to ensure adequate site coverage and continuity
• Review technical documentation, drawings, and test plans to ensure proper execution
• Lead and verify system testing activities and ensure readiness for acceptance

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience managing technical teams in: Construction, Field service or Installation environments
• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles and coordination across disciplines
• Ability to read and interpret: Technical drawings, Specifications, Test plans, or Engineering documentation
• Familiarity with construction and technical terminology (civil, MEP, rail systems)
• Experience working with project schedules , including: Gantt charts, MS Project or similar tools
• Ability to manage logistics such as delivery tracking, scheduling, and coordination across multiple stakeholders
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to act as the central coordination point on-site
• Ability to pass CBP Public Trust Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
• Ability to travel extensively (up to 100%) and work on-site most of the week
• • Travel typically occurs late in the week (e.g., Fridays)
  • Flexibility to return home weekends or every other weekend depending on schedule
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to self-manage schedules and site priorities

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in: Engineering, Construction Management, or Related technical field
• Experience supporting remote or distributed construction or installation projects
• Knowledge of: Electrical systems or Data infrastructure and fiber optics
• Civil construction experience, including: Concrete and structural reinforcement or Grading, drainage, and site preparation or Conduit installation and utility runs
• Familiarity with: Submittals, RFIs, and change orders or Construction documentation tracking
• Experience overseeing or validating system testing and commissioning processes
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD drawings
• PMP certification (preferred but not required)