Construction Manager

About Ascendion :Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.Ascendion | Engineering to elevate lifeWe have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:Build the coolest tech for world's leading brandsSolve complex problems - and learn new skillsExperience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clientsMaster your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experienceExperience a community of change makers!Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.About the Role:Position: Construction Manager Location: Onsite_ChicagoSummary:The Construction Manager will be directly responsible for monitoring and refining the long-range and short-term plans to ensure the success of the construction project. The Construction Manager will direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities in the field, manage and coordinate the flow of information, control costs, manage and control the schedule, implement and monitor the safety programs, and verify that the completed work is constructed to a quality level consistent with the requirements of the construction documents. The Construction Manager will perform cross-function tasks to coordinate with various project teams, in addition but not limited to General Contractors, Vendors, and Consultants to delivery projects.The Construction Manager works directly for the DC Ops Field Management (FOI), Sr Field Ops Construction Program Manager supporting the strategic and tactical delivery of the data center project(s).Responsibilities:Manage and/or coordinate Company personnel and resources for the projects.Assist with preconstruction efforts.Manage all aspects of the project from inception through closeout.Review GC / Contractor Project Executive Plan.Review trade contracts and bid packages, as well as oversee the procurement process.Assist with developing scope of work and reviewing proposals for the following: General Contractors (GC), Equipment Vendors, Commissioning Agent, Testing and Inspection Agent.Oversee performance of project including but not limited to project status, procurement, equipment delivery, schedule, cost control, safety and change management systems.Maintain relationships with internal partners, designers, consultants, and the GC team.Attend and POC lead for GC / Contractor project OAC meetings, including progress, pre-construction and pre-award.Coordinate with internal team inspection and test data review for compliance with specifications and company standards.Coordinate with the internal team to perform reviews of the GC/Contractor site logistics plan, procurement plans, safety plans, and schedules during development for compliance and acceptance.Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors during MSOW submissions and reviews, including scheduling escorts.Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors site blackout dates and stop work notifications.Perform regular project walks to review work in place for progress updates, schedule update verification, invoice and quality review.Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-Free Environment (IFE) through own actions, mentoring others, and enforcing IFE program on projects.Top 3 Hard SkillsStrong collaboration and problem-solving skillsknowledge of construction practicesData Center experienceBest vs. average: Data Center Retrofit experienceSkills:Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and manage one's time and collaborate within a team.Knowledge of design and construction processes, quality control, costs, schedule and other techniques to deliver projects on-time and under budget.Knowledge of construction delivery methods: Design-build, Design-bid build, CM-at Risk, and Design Assist, etc.Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Procore or sim PMIS, Outlook and TEAMs, OneNote, etc.Education/Experience:Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.PMI or PMP certification preferred, or similar applicable certifications.10+ years' experience required.Salary Range: $ 1,66,400 - 1,76,800 Annually Factors that may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.BenefitsThe Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [09-10 days/hours of paid time off]Want to change the world? 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Created: 2025-09-26