Senior Construction Manager - Civil Site Development

SLS Consultants • Tulsa, OK

18h • Onsite

About The Position

SLS Consultants is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to serve as the owner's representative for civil site development on a large-scale mission-critical campus project in the Oklahoma City area. The role oversees site development, including mass grading, earthwork, pad preparation, site utilities, underground infrastructure, and horizontal construction. The manager works with contractors, consultants, utility providers, client stakeholders, and project leadership to support safe, high-quality, schedule-driven execution and the future expansion of the campus. Hyperscale data center experience is advantageous but not required; candidates with experience in large commercial, industrial, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, transportation, or heavy civil projects are encouraged to apply.

The position also supports budget management, forecasting, reporting, schedule tracking, risk mitigation, and the transition from site development into vertical construction. Core and shell coordination may be required where applicable.

Requirements

• 10+ years of construction management experience, with a strong emphasis on civil site development.
• Proven experience managing large-scale earthwork, grading, and pad preparation programs.
• Strong understanding of underground utility installation and site infrastructure construction.
• Experience as an owner's representative, construction manager, general contractor, or heavy civil project leader.
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Data center experience is a plus but is not required.
• Core and shell or vertical construction experience is desirable but not required.
• Background in heavy civil construction, site development, transportation infrastructure, industrial construction, advanced manufacturing facilities, energy and utilities, mission-critical infrastructure, or large commercial development projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as the owner's representative for civil site development activities across the project campus.
• Oversee mass grading, earthwork, excavation, fill operations, and pad preparation.
• Monitor installation of underground utilities, including storm drainage, sanitary sewer, water, electrical, telecommunications, and other site infrastructure.
• Coordinate civil contractors, utility providers, client teams, and design consultants.
• Review contractor means and methods, construction sequencing, schedules, and recovery plans.
• Conduct field walks and site inspections to monitor quality, safety, and construction progress.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Review contractor change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Support budget management, forecasting, reporting, and schedule tracking.
• Provide executive-level updates and recommendations to project leadership.
• Assist with the transition from site development activities into vertical construction as projects advance.
• Support coordination with core and shell construction teams where applicable.

Benefits

• Premier compensation package designed to attract and retain top-tier industry talent.
• Participation in incentive programs tied to firm growth and milestones.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an immediate corporate matching contribution.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Monthly structured learning opportunities and professional development.
• Career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.
• Relocation, per diem, and travel are listed for the Oklahoma City area location.

What This Job Offers

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