Construction Lead - Franceville

Fluor • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Fluor is seeking a senior Construction Lead to serve as the primary on-site representative responsible for overseeing all construction, demolition, and site work activities on a complex international laboratory facility project in Central Africa. This is a Key Personnel position requiring sustained OCONUS presence throughout the construction period.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in construction management, with at least 7 years as the lead site superintendent or construction manager on complex international projects.
• Demonstrated experience with the construction of high-containment laboratories (BSL-3 or equivalent) or other specialized life sciences/technical facilities is required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Current professional licensure or certification in construction management or a related discipline.
• Experience managing construction in Sub-Saharan Africa or other challenging OCONUS environments.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials abatement, asbestos handling, and biological containment construction requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct all on-site construction, demolition, and site work in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, and quality requirements.
• Manage subcontractors, local labor, and site support personnel; enforce safety standards and quality control protocols.
• Coordinate delivery and installation of specialized equipment in close collaboration with design and technical personnel.
• Maintain the construction schedule, identify risks and delays, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Lead daily site meetings, document site conditions, and prepare progress reports for the Program Manager.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and environmental/hazmat handling requirements.
• Interface with host-nation inspectors, utility authorities, and CIRMF facility personnel on day-to-day construction coordination.
• Oversee hazardous materials abatement and demolition activities in compliance with applicable safety plans and local regulations.

Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
• Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior