Construction Manager

Fervo Energy•Milford, UT

67d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Construction Manager, you will serve as the on-site leader responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of Fervo's Cape Station geothermal power project. You will ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient construction execution, delivering the project on time and within budget. Reporting to the Director of Construction, this role will manage all site construction contracts, oversee the general contractor, and lead Fervo's field supervision team, including the Construction Superintendent. This position is critical to driving project strategy, managing commercial interests, mitigating risk, and leading the team to deliver one of the world's most ambitious clean energy projects to the highest standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline strongly preferred
10+ years of construction management experience on large capital projects ($100M+), preferably in power generation, energy infrastructure, or heavy industrial facilities
Proven success managing complex construction projects, including direct oversight of contracts, budgets, and schedules
Demonstrated ability to lead field supervision teams, general contractors, and subcontractors
Strong knowledge of construction practices and methods, including civil, concrete, steel, piping, and major electrical or utility installations
Expertise in contract negotiation, change management, and constructability reviews
Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, and field management software
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to convey technical, commercial, and field details clearly to all stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and delivery under challenging conditions
This role is based at Fervo Energy's Cape Station geothermal power generation facility in Milford, Utah, with candidates required to live within a one-hour commute and maintain flexibility for occasional after-hours, weekend, or holiday support as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in renewable energy or geothermal projects is a significant plus

Responsibilities

Lead all site-based construction activities-from pre-construction and constructability reviews through final commissioning and turnover to operations
Directly manage contractors, including bidding, evaluation, award, and execution
Oversee contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and invoice verification
Develop and manage the overall project execution plan, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with key milestones and performance targets
Prepare detailed, bottoms-up cost estimates across disciplines, benchmarking against historical data and vendor quotes for accuracy
Evaluate alternative designs and materials, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and implement approved value-engineering initiatives
Provide direct leadership and management to the site construction team, including Construction Engineers and field crews
Interface with and provide direction to the on-site general contractor and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with Fervo's objectives
Monitor and manage overall project progress against the schedule; identify risks and implement proactive recovery plans
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring all site operations comply with Fervo's EHS standards and all regulatory requirements
Serve as Fervo's principal on-site representative, managing relationships with contractors, vendors, local officials, and other key stakeholders
Collaborate closely with internal project management, engineering, and procurement teams to resolve technical issues and ensure design compliance
Prepare and deliver concise daily, weekly, and monthly project reports covering safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance
Oversee all project documentation, including QA/QC reports, test packages, and close-out documentation
Develop and maintain the master schedule, identify the critical path, evaluate float, assess delay impacts, and communicate key risks
Create "what-if" scenarios and mitigation plans; identify opportunities for schedule compression and optimize resource sequencing