Construction Manager

About Ascendion

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000 Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.

Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build the coolest tech for world’s leading brands
• Solve complex problems – and learn new skills
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
• Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience

Experience a community of change makers!

Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

About the Role:

The Construction Manager will provide on-site and administrative support to the Project Manager (PM) or Datacenter Delivery Project Manager (DCD PM) to ensure efficient execution of construction activities in compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements. This role is critical for maintaining schedule integrity, coordinating subcontractors, and supporting commissioning and turnover processes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Assist PM/DCD PM in managing Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain accurate logs for RFIs, permits, and submittals in Owner-approved systems (e.g., ACMS, project management software).
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and minutes for various meetings.

Scheduling & Reporting

• Support development and maintenance of construction schedules, including Level 2 and Level 3 commissioning milestones.
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports, including look-ahead schedules, safety snapshots, and resource forecasts.

Site Management & Security

• Enforce site security protocols per approved Site Security Plan, including access control and visitor escort procedures.
• Coordinate with security vendors and maintain compliance with Owner’s security requirements.

Quality Assurance & Commissioning Support

• Assist in QA/QC walkdowns, issue tracking, and NCR resolution using ACMS.
• Support commissioning activities (L2–L3), including script preparation, tagging processes, and coordination with CxA and vendors.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements and participate in safety audits and training.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5 years in construction management or field coordination, preferably in mission-critical or datacenter projects.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with Division 01 specifications, QA/QC processes, commissioning protocols, and digital project management tools.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Certifications: OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety or equivalent; PMP or CM certification preferred.

Tools & Systems:

• Proficiency in ACMS, and web-based project management platforms (e.g. Procore)
• Working knowledge of BIM coordination and digital document control.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Project Manager or DCD PM and collaborates with QA/QC, commissioning teams, subcontractors, and Owner representatives.

Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $158,000 – $178,000 USD annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]

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