Construction Manager

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

If you’re passionate about leading energy projects, solving complex problems, and working closely with clients and contractors to deliver successful outcomes, this role will give you the opportunity to take ownership of major projects and make a tangible impact. As a Project Manager at AKS, you’ll guide project execution, mentor teams, and help ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget.

What You’ll Do

Client and Partner Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and contractors, leveraging those connections to support project growth.
• Think and act like an owner, making strategic decisions that positively impact project outcomes and earnings.

Project Planning and Oversight

• Advise during pre-construction phases on planning, logistics, and strategy.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project alignment and smooth execution.
• Attend meetings with clients, partners, and contractors to address challenges and provide solutions.

Construction Management

• Oversee the Owner’s scope of work, equipment schedules, and coordination with EPC contractors.
• Review EPC design deliverables, integration documents, and site plans to ensure clear definitions and minimize gaps.
• Manage all contractors and subcontractors, including QA, environmental monitoring, compliance, and onsite coordination.
• Lead contract management, change order processes, and resolution of disputes with a collaborative approach.

Risk, Safety, and Compliance

• Maintain the project risk registry and identify opportunities, including value engineering.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed, conduct ad-hoc safety audits, and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Monitor submittals, RFIs, and onsite issues, escalating to the Owner only when necessary.

Reporting and Communication

• Lead project status calls, create reports, and communicate progress to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with EPC partners to ensure timely delivery and compliance with energy tax abatements or other regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead project team calls, create agendas, track tasks, and ensure timely completion.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities for onsite teams and project staff.
• Identify staffing needs and coordinate with leadership to ensure project success.

Who You Are

• 8 years of experience managing the construction of major energy projects (solar, PV, BESS, wind preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Skilled in project and construction management, contract administration, and team leadership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• OSHA 30 safety certified and committed to maintaining safe job sites.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Strong communicator who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.

Nice to Have

• PMI or CMAA certification.
• Experience with utility-scale energy projects, EPCM contracts, or renewable energy development.
• Familiarity with permitting, regulatory compliance, and RETA (Renewable Energy Tax Abatements).

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.