$85,000–$120,000 Per Year
Brand Marketing (Branding), Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Construction, Construction Document Set, Construction Management, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Food Services, Genetics, Health Insurance, Healthcare, Higher Education, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Multitasking, Operational Support, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Project Close-Out, Project Execution, Project Management Software, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Risk Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vision Plan
The Construction Manager is responsible for leading all projects during the active construction phase through final completion, turnover, and closeout. This role serves as the primary field and execution authority, ensuring that all projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with design intent, brand standards, and quality expectations.
This position operates as the direct counterpart to the Preconstruction Manager and assumes full ownership of projects once they transition from design and pricing into construction execution. The Construction Manager is accountable for contractor performance, site coordination, schedule enforcement, and issue resolution across multiple active projects within higher education and private education food service environments.
This is a high-level position, fast-paced, and requires a high level of skill and organization. Only highly qualified individuals with proficient experience will be considered.
Compensation:$85,000 - $120,000 yearly
Responsibilities:Project Execution & Oversight
- Assume full ownership of projects at turnover from Preconstruction
- Manage all phases from mobilization through substantial completion and final closeout
- Ensure alignment with contract documents, drawings, and specifications
- Maintain and enforce project schedules, identifying and mitigating delays
- Enforce strict quality control across all trades and installations
Contractor & Vendor Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for General Contractors and subcontractors
- Lead weekly OAC meetings with clear documentation
- Hold contractors accountable for schedule, manpower, sequencing, and workmanship
- Review contractor schedules and validate feasibility
- Coordinate procurement and installation of FFE and specialty items
Site Coordination & Field Leadership
- Conduct regular site visits and field inspections
- Identify and resolve field conflicts and constructability issues in real time
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and site logistics
- Coordinate phasing for projects in active facilities
Submittals, RFIs, and Change Management
- Manage the submittal process during construction
- Ensure timely review and return of submittals
- Oversee the RFI process and ensure clarity and completeness
- Evaluate and validate change orders
- Maintain full change tracking logs
Budget & Cost Control
- Track costs against approved budgets
- Review and validate contractor pay applications
- Identify cost risks and mitigate proactively
- Coordinate cost impacts with the Preconstruction Manager
Project Closeout & Turnover
- Lead the punchlist process through completion
- Ensure all closeout documents are received (OM manuals, warranties, as-builts)
- Coordinate inspections and approvals
- Oversee turnover to the client and stakeholders
Qualifications:- 7–10+ years commercial construction management experience
- Strong experience with interior renovations and active environments
- Food service or institutional experience preferred
- Deep understanding of construction documents and coordination
- Strong knowledge of submittals, RFIs, and change orders
- Proficiency in project management software
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Core Competencies
- Schedule Management and Recovery Planning
- Field Coordination and Conflict Resolution
- Contractor Accountability
- Quality Control and Detail Orientation
- Budget Oversight
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
Success Metrics
- Projects delivered on schedule and within budget
- Minimal change order exposure
- High-quality installations aligned with design intent
- Timely submittal and RFI processing
- Complete and clean closeouts
About Company
SCOPOS Hospitality Group is a premier hospitality consulting firm that values innovation, creativity, and excellence. Our team specializes in designing, programming, branding, and providing operational support services to senior living, healthcare, corporate, and educational institutions. We're passionate about bringing new concepts to life, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations through exceptional culinary experiences and design.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with matching
- Dental, life, medical, and vision insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Extensive PTO
- Vibrant office with weekly breakfast, lunch and learns, and other perks
SCOPOS is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.