Construction Manager

Keywords: #SouthCharlestonJobs #ConstructionManagerJobs; 'We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $75 - $85/hour, however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. Position Summary The Construction Manager oversees all construction, expansion, and capital improvement projects at a chemical manufacturing facility. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining strict compliance with process safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements specific to chemical plant operations. Key Responsibilities Project Management Plan, direct, and coordinate all phases of construction and capital projects at the chemical plant, from pre-FEED through mechanical completion and handover Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and change orders Coordinate with Process Engineers, Project Managers, and plant operations to minimize production disruptions during construction activities Safety & Regulatory Compliance Enforce OSHA standards, including Process Safety Management (PSM) / 29 CFR 1910.119, during all construction activities near or within covered process areas Manage Management of Change (MOC) processes for all construction-related modifications Ensure contractor compliance with site-specific safety programs, hot work permits, confined space entry, LOTO, and hazardous material handling procedures Coordinate Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) prior to commissioning of new or modified equipment Conduct and document safety inspections, incident investigations, and near-miss reporting Solicit, evaluate, and award bids; manage contracts with general contractors, specialty subcontractors (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil), and vendors Supervise on-site contractor activities to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence Review and approve Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and change order requests Technical Oversight Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and construction documents for constructability Oversee installation of process equipment including pressure vessels, piping systems, heat exchangers, pumps, and electrical/instrumentation systems Ensure work is performed per applicable codes (ASME, API, NEC, NFPA) and plant standards Stakeholder Communication Provide regular project status updates to plant leadership and corporate stakeholders Coordinate with Maintenance, Operations, EHS, and Engineering teams throughout project lifecycle Manage permitting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA, local fire marshal) Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related field 5-10 years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years in a chemical, petrochemical, or industrial process plant environment Strong working knowledge of OSHA PSM regulations, contractor safety management, and industrial safety practices Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) project delivery Proficiency in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) Familiarity with process piping, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment installation Preferred Qualifications Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP certification Experience with Hazardous Materials handling and EPA RMP compliance Knowledge of ASME, API, NFPA codes applicable to chemical facilities Experience managing turnaround/shutdown projects #J-18808-Ljbffr Belcan