Senior Construction Manager - Civil Site Development

SLS Consultants LLC

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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, OK area. The role oversees site development activities—including mass grading, earthwork, pad preparation, site utilities, underground infrastructure, and horizontal construction—and helps establish the foundation for future campus expansion. The manager works closely with contractors, consultants, utility providers, client stakeholders, and project leadership to support safe, high-quality, schedule-driven execution. Hyperscale data center experience is advantageous but not required; relevant experience in large commercial, industrial, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, transportation, or heavy civil projects is encouraged.

The role also supports project controls, budget and schedule management, risk mitigation, reporting, and coordination as work transitions from site development to vertical construction. Core and shell coordination may be required where applicable.

Requirements

• 10 or more 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 preferred.
• Data center experience is a plus but 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

• Serve as the owner's representative for civil site development across the project campus.
• Oversee mass grading, earthwork, excavation, fill operations, and pad preparation.
• Monitor installation of underground utilities and site infrastructure, including storm drainage, sanitary sewer, water, electrical, and telecommunications systems.
• 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 (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Monthly structured learning opportunities and professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.
• Relocation, per diem, and travel are mentioned in the location information.

What This Job Offers

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