Construction Manager

MMR Group•Abilene, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

MMR is seeking a Construction Manager for an on-site role in Abilene, TX, for a project duration of up to 2 years. The role involves directing daily field operations, supervising construction execution, manpower planning, subcontractor coordination, and ensuring installation quality. The Construction Manager will be responsible for safety, schedule adherence, and client communication for all field-related activities. The job schedule requires 55-66 hours weekly, with a rate of $58-$65/hour depending on experience. A per diem of $1,050 per week is offered if all qualifications are met.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or minimum of four to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
10–15+ years field construction experience
5+ years leading large industrial electrical field teams
Strong background in manpower planning, trade coordination, sequencing, and constraint removal
Experienced in deploying the last planner system and work package construction
Must understand lookahead planning, whiteboard management, and field execution strategy
Must have ability to read blueprints, drawings, technical manuals and based on them, perform necessary operations for the installation and/or repair of equipment

Responsibilities

Serve as primary Client point of contact for construction and work planning matters.
Direct daily field operations and supervision teams
Implement site safety and quality programs
Manage installation sequencing and production planning
Coordinate subcontractors and trade partners
Lead daily/weekly field coordination meetings
Remove constraints impacting productivity
Ensure installations meet design intent and standards
Ensures Project Superintendents and Field Superintendents have adequate personnel, material, and resources to meet schedule milestones.
Coordinate with Quality and Safety departments on upcoming work plan to ensure all scope requirements are met, hazards assessments are performed, and overall improve the efficiency of installation.