Construction Manager - Solar - Expression of Interest

Construction Manager

Wood is currently recruiting expressions of interest for a Construction Manager with extensive experience in managing complex construction projects ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This opportunity is On-site at various locations throughout the USA, travel or temporary relocation is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for construction and contractor related deliverables
• Supervises all areas and/or a subset/discipline on larger projects
• Responsible for management and execution of multiple field disciplines or a subset of assigned construction project(s) in accordance with the requirements of the contract between the company and the client, and in accordance with the company's operating policies and principles.
• Responsible for execution of the work in accordance with the quality standards and requirements specified for the project.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned disciplines/subset of on site construction.
• Management of installation, commissioning and completion activities of materials and equipment.
• Coordinates field personnel work schedules to maximize utilization and ensure work is delivered on schedule
• Ability to monitor work progress and report against the plan.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental responsibilities and accountabilities have been defined and communicated to workers engaged within their area(s) of control
• Ensure all workers within their area(s) of control receive appropriate training to perform their work in a safe, legal and competent manner including any Health and Safety and site-specific inductions.
• Initiate safety, quality and environmental processes within their area(s) of control, including toolbox meetings, inspections, and the identification, assessment and control of risks in accordance with Wood and client requirements.
• Manages and controls project cost and schedule of assigned discipline/subset of on site construction. Utilize Commercial processes to capture variations effectively
• Coordinate supply and delivery of equipment, subcontractors, consumables, accommodation and other project-specific requirements, in accordance with client/contract document specifications and in accordance with Wood Policies & Procedures.
• Understand and manage the industrial relations environment impacting the site and report any issues as required.
• Works with engineering in the design phases to influence the design for optimum constructability.
• Provides the interface and maintains effective relationships with other contributors to the project.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and sub-contractors and resolves cost, schedule and quality issues
• May act as company representative and play a role in contract negotiations.
• Review construction documents and submittals
• Prepare Reports
• Manage Documentation

Qualifications

• Typically minimum qualified to ISCED Level 5 (technical diploma/apprenticeship) or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Appropriate level of field construction experience, typically gained through a minimum of 20 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant industry
• Experience in Solar, Electrical, Power, Renewables, Batter/BESS Systems, and High Voltage is highly desirable, and/or Industrial construction projects including Chemical Plants, Refining, and Power Plants.
• Able to establish and maintain a positive and effective customer relationship, ensuring payment terms are met, and communicating any delays.
• Well organized, observant, good interpersonal and communication skills
• Display both good judgment and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with timelines/targets.
• Ability to be assertive and drive culture change when required.
• Excellent interpersonal organizational, communication and team building skills.
• Role model Wood's values & behaviors

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25331
• Job Category Construction & Commissioning Delivery
• Posting Date 12/12/2025, 03:25 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations United States AR, United States TX, United States IL, United States
• Market Sector All
• Recruiting Type Professional & Technical