Construction Manager-Advanced Technologies--Cherne

Requisition : 177248

Job Level: Senior Level

Department: Field Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Cherne Contracting is one of Kiewit’s oldest districts, founded in 1916. Today it is known for safety and quality of execution across multiple market sectors, including Advanced Technologies. Cherne supports Kiewit Industrial’s self‑performed construction of complex projects throughout the United States, providing career development opportunities in a world‑class multi‑billion‑dollar organization.

Projects are located in the Continental United States. We provide relocation assistance or per diem/trips home for our projects.

• Provide oversight and direction to estimators and engineers in the development phase of a collaborative contract model.
• Participate in task force meetings with the designer and bring constructability to the project solution.
• Develop the logic behind the project schedule (sequencing works).
• Communicate and present details to executive management, permitting agencies, stakeholders, owners, etc.
• Analyze drawings and specifications to evaluate risks and opportunities.
• Review and assist with proposals, working with the estimating team to evaluate the best value for money/options.
• Support the selection of key subcontractors and trade partners; lead and guide construction efforts through responsible Superintendents, Field Engineers and Project Engineers.
• Demonstrate excellent collaborative behaviors in a multi‑stakeholder environment and foster a culture of innovation.

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or related engineering discipline. Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or other construction‑related technology with 10+ years of construction management experience, or 15+ years if no degree, and ability to develop and lead estimates and construction teams in self‑performed construction.
• Ability to generate conceptual estimates for the Advanced Technology Facilities market; experience with pre‑construction/ construction management activities for large‑scale facilities ($500 M+), such as data centers, hyperscale facilities, AI facilities, or semiconductor facilities.
• Ability to lead estimates and multiple teams.
• Strong work ethic, focus on safety and quality, and record of past jobs.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and team‑building skills; broad knowledge of construction across all disciplines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated leadership experience on complex construction projects.

• Work productively and meet deadlines.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
• Perform work safely and effectively, following oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.