About this opportunity
Pinnacle Recruitment lists this Construction Manager opportunity in kern county, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Company
Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the field execution of renewable energy and supporting infrastructure projects. This individual will be responsible for managing day-to-day construction activities, contractors, schedules, safety, quality, and project coordination from mobilization through completion.
About the Role
The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction leader who can effectively manage multiple contractors and workstreams, identify field issues before they impact the schedule, and maintain strong communication between field personnel, project management, engineering, and ownership.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day construction activities for renewable energy and infrastructure projects
Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and project stakeholders
Oversee project schedules, milestones, manpower, equipment, and construction sequencing
Monitor contractor performance and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
Lead field coordination meetings and communicate project status, priorities, risks, and schedule impacts
Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and construction documents to support field execution
Coordinate with Engineering and Project Management to resolve RFIs, design conflicts, constructability issues, and field changes
Monitor project progress against schedule and proactively address delays or resource constraints
Maintain strong oversight of safety programs, contractor compliance, and site-specific requirements
Support QA/QC activities, inspections, punch lists, commissioning preparation, and project closeout
Coordinate site logistics, material deliveries, equipment movement, access, staging, and contractor activities
Review contractor progress and support validation of completed work
Maintain accurate field documentation, daily reports, progress updates, and construction records
Identify opportunities to improve constructability, productivity, cost, and project execution
Build productive relationships with contractors, engineering teams, operations personnel, and project leadership
Qualifications
7+ years of progressive construction experience, preferably within renewable energy, power generation, industrial construction, utilities, or other large-scale infrastructure environments
Demonstrated experience managing contractors and construction activities in the field
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, safety, quality, and field coordination
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Experience coordinating civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and/or utility scopes
Strong knowledge of construction safety practices and contractor management
Experience with renewable energy projects such as solar, battery energy storage (BESS), geothermal, wind, or related power infrastructure is highly desirable
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely field decisions
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Comfortable working in an active construction environment and spending significant time in the field
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent field experience will be considered
Ideal Background
The strongest candidate will have experience overseeing complex industrial or energy construction where multiple disciplines and contractors are operating simultaneously. This individual should be comfortable taking ownership of field execution, holding contractors accountable, working through changing project conditions, and ensuring construction progresses safely and according to schedule.
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.