Manager, Construction and Capital Projects

Manager, Construction and Capital Projects

The Manager, Construction and Capital Projects is responsible for construction and capital improvement projects from initial planning and budgeting through bidding, construction, commissioning, and final closeout. This position serves as the Owner's representative and oversees procurement, construction management, safety, quality control, schedule management, financial performance, and project turnover. This Manager will manage multiple projects simultaneously across various geographic locations and must be willing to travel to construction sites to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.

CTDI is a large-scale Engineering, Repair, and Logistics company that services the country's largest wireless telecommunications providers, as well as the largest High-speed Internet & Cable providers. CTDI has over 11,000 FT US Employees in over 60 world class US Operations. CTDI also has a global footprint with more than 20,000 employees worldwide.

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Manage project development from concept through construction completion.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, budgeting, site evaluations, and project schedules.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders during design development.
• Develop project scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies.
• Identify project risks and establish mitigation plans.

Bid & Procurement Management

• Prepare bid packages, scopes of work, and request-for-proposal (RFP) documents.
• Solicite, evaluate, and compare contractor and vendor bids.
• Lead contractor interviews and qualification reviews.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions with contractors and suppliers.
• Make award recommendations and manage contract execution.

Construction Management

• Oversee all construction activities from mobilization through final completion.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor progress, safety, quality, and compliance.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, landlords, utility providers, and local authorities.
• Monitor construction schedules and enforce milestone completion.
• Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
• Track project costs and maintain budget control throughout construction.
• Resolve field issues, design conflicts, schedule delays, and contractor disputes.

Financial Management

• Develop and maintain project budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Review contractor pay applications and invoices.
• Manage contingency expenditures and cost reporting.
• Track allowances, change orders, and potential cost exposures.
• Prepare executive reports regarding project financial performance.

Safety & Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Enforce company safety standards and contractor safety programs.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections throughout the project lifecycle.
• Verify adherence to construction documents, specifications, and building codes.

Project Closeout & Turnover

• Lead substantial completion and final acceptance processes.
• Manage punch list development and completion.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing, and certifications.
• Collect warranties, as-built drawings, operation manuals, and maintenance documents.
• Ensure all permits, inspections, and regulatory approvals are finalized.
• Facilitate turnover to operations, facilities, or ownership teams.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and records.
• Conduct project meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
• Prepare project status reports addressing schedule, costs, risks, and milestones.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience managing industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or capital improvement projects.
• Proven experience managing projects from…