Traveling Construction Manager | Industrial EPC Projects

Job Title: Traveling Construction Manager | Industrial EPC Projects Job Description
We are seeking a Construction Manager to provide leadership and oversight on decommissioning work, facility restart efforts, and future industrial EPC projects across the Western United States. The ideal candidate will bring strong field leadership experience, have regional travel flexibility, and be passionate about supporting long-term growth strategies. Initially, you will support a major industrial facility restart project in Southern California, eventually transitioning to environmental, remediation, and industrial construction projects throughout the region.
Responsibilities
- Drive contractor accountability and enhance field productivity.
- Identify constructability concerns and coordinate effective field solutions.
- Review daily work plans, permits, and safety requirements to ensure compliance.
- Act as the primary onsite construction lead and field representative.
- Oversee daily construction activities and monitor subcontractor performance.
- Ensure site safety and compliance with project requirements.
- Verify permits, documentation, and contractor qualifications.
- Document project progress through daily reports and site observations.
- Identify field changes and communicate impacts to the Project Management team.
- Monitor schedule performance and construction execution activities.
- Support RFI management, submittals, and project documentation.
- Utilize Autodesk Construction Cloud, digital reporting tools, and project documentation systems for comprehensive reporting and communication.
- Participate in project meetings and contractor coordination efforts.
Essential Skills
- Construction Manager or Superintendent experience.
- Experience in industrial construction and environmental remediation.
- Proven ability to manage contractor accountability and oversee subcontractor performance.
- Strong skills in daily reporting and documentation.
- Expertise in constructability review and field problem-solving.
- Safety leadership and permit compliance experience.
- Experience in scope management and change documentation.
- Comfortable operating within a structured documentation environment.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, change tracking, and documentation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 7-15+ years of field leadership experience in construction management.
- Experience in environmental remediation, groundwater treatment, industrial wastewater, landfill gas, refinery, petrochemical, utility, manufacturing, or heavy industrial projects.
- Experience supporting field execution for EPC or design-build projects.
- Proven ability to identify constructability concerns and develop practical solutions.
- Strong project documentation, daily reporting, and change-management skills.
- Familiarity with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar construction management platforms.
- Existing California industry, contractor, vendor, or remediation network considered a significant advantage.
- Preferred certifications: OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, HAZWOPER Refresher, Confined Space, Trench & Excavation.
Work Environment
The work environment includes industrial construction sites, environmental remediation projects, groundwater treatment projects, refinery, and heavy industrial environments. A significant field presence is required with daily subcontractor interactions. The typical travel schedule involves approximately two weeks onsite followed by a long weekend home, with potential projects across California, Washington, Utah, Colorado, and other locations as required. Personal vehicle use with mileage reimbursement is expected, with potential for future vehicle assignment based on project duration and business need.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. About Actalent

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