Manager, Construction

Manager, Construction

Date:
Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Carrollton, GA, US, 30119

Company:
Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.

The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live.

How will you power what's possible?

Location:

Remote

Job Summary:

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading field-level construction execution across Services projects. This role serves as the primary owner of construction readiness, field team member management, subcontractor coordination, field safety alignment, and execution sequencing. The Construction Manager bridges the gap between project management and field operations, enabling consistent execution, improved safety performance, schedule adherence, and margin protection as the Services portfolio continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be a champion of Southwire's Safety & Quality Culture of Zero by inspecting and monitoring work execution to ensure compliance with safety regulations, internal quality processes and standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Partner with the Project Manager to develop detailed construction execution plans and timelines that align with the overall project schedule, scope, and budget.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site personnel while collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, customers, sales agents, project management, and internal leadership to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Monitor construction-related costs, identify potential variances, and support corrective actions to ensure projects remain within approved financial limits.
• Oversee all phases of construction execution, from mobilization through commissioning and testing, ensuring work is properly sequenced and completed on schedule.
• Proactively resolve on-site construction issues, adjust execution plans as needed, and escalate risks appropriately to maintain schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Support consistent construction execution practices across HV projects by providing field feedback, identifying improvement opportunities, and reinforcing disciplined execution standards.

Required

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Specialized Degree:
  Engineering, Construction Management, or other related field of study
• 5-7 Years of Experience Field(s) of Expertise:
  Construction Management, Field Operations, Project Management

Roles Preferred

Education & Experience:

• 8-11 Years of Experience Field(s) of Expertise:
  Utility, Transmission, or Industrial environments
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Project Management Methodologies

Spans of Control:

• Does this role manage Southwire team members:
  Yes
• Number of direct reports: 10+
• Travel Domestic, occasionally international - up to 75% of time

Physical Requirements:

• Carrying/Lifting - 5% of time/Weight 45
• Climbing - 5% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping - 5% of time
• Driving - 10% of time
• Moving - 10% of time
• Standing - 20% of time
• Sitting - 15% of time
• Walking - 20% of time
• Pushing/Pulling - 10% of time/Weight 45

Working Conditions:

• Office Various Shifts Overtime, Weekends & Holidays
• Extreme Heat/Cold Heights/Elevated Platforms Confined Spaces Dust/Fumes/Gases/Chemicals Loud Noise
• Equipment Hard Hat Computer/Keyboard Safety Glasses Safety Shoes Safety Vest Radio/Walkie

Competencies:

• Attracts Top Talent Communicates Effectively Courage Decision Quality Drives Results Financial Acumen Skills Business Acumen Critical Thinking Forecasting Hazard Analysis Influencing Skills Project Planning Project Risk Management Project Schedules Safety Audits Team Building

Benefits We

Offer:

• 401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual…