Construction Manager; Rochester, NY

Construction Manager

Location: Rochester, NY (100% Onsite)

Compensation: $100,000 – $130,000 annually

Additional Compensation:

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Vehicle allowance
• Phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Onsite at project location

Travel: No overnight travel required

Relocation: Open to candidates within surrounding regions (local preferred)

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking experienced Construction Managers / Traveling Superintendents to lead large-scale healthcare construction projects in Rochester, NY. This role is responsible for all on‑site construction operations, safety oversight, schedule execution, and coordination of subcontractors and vendors.

The ideal candidate has strong experience managing $10M+ commercial healthcare construction projects, is well‑versed in pull planning and the Last Planner System, and excels in fast‑paced, high‑accountability environments.

• Serve as the primary on‑site leader responsible for daily construction operations
• Champion jobsite safety and enforce the Site‑Specific Safety Plan
• Lead safety meetings and manage site logistics and jobsite conditions
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules; ensure schedule integrity
• Lead pull planning sessions and manage Last Planner System execution
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners to meet project milestones
• Oversee compliance with construction documents, quality standards, and safety requirements
• Manage AHJ, third‑party, and client inspections
• Drive coordination between trades to maintain productivity and schedule adherence
• Maintain accurate daily field reports and documentation
• Support procurement and timely delivery of materials
• Review submittals and ensure alignment with project requirements
• Ensure implementation of the Project Quality Assurance Plan
• Monitor project performance and report progress to leadership
• Support energy savings targets in coordination with engineering and M&V teams
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Manage permit documentation and closeout processes
• Support project startup, commissioning, and closeout activities
• Represent company values and professionalism on all job sites

• Minimum 5+ years of experience managing large ($10M+) healthcare or commercial construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management preferred (or equivalent HVAC/Plumbing experience)
• Strong experience with pull planning and the Last Planner System
• Proficiency in Procore, Primavera, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• High attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work through ambiguity and resolve field‑level challenges
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and project outcomes

• Competitive salary: $100,000 – $130,000
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Monthly vehicle allowance ($452)
• Monthly phone allowance ($80)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
  • 100% match on first 3%
  • 50% match on next 2%
• 120 hours of PTO
• 9 paid holidays