Construction Manager – Early Works

Responsibilities & Competencies

• This position is the single point of accountability for all construction activities on-site during the early works phase. They are responsible for all safety, quality, and profit/loss of operations during this time.
• Success in this role will be measured by how prepared the site is for the structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical teams.
• Plan and execute all early works activities.
• Read construction drawings, understand specifications, and communicate requirements directly to tradesmen performing the work.
• Understand and maintain regulatory compliance for projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as a direct-hire superintendent over at least one of the relevant trades is required.
• Experience as a tradesman in at least one of the relevant trades is preferred.
• Extensive experience in industrial concrete installation including direct supervision over mass pours of 1,000 CY and more is preferred but can be substituted with strong expertise in earthworks. 
• Extensive experience in cold weather climates is preferred.
• Proactive, self-motivated, able to operate independently.
• Excellent verbal skills dealing with stakeholders on a construction site, notably engineering, subcontractors, vendors, and other partners.
• Attention to detail; able to deliver quality the first time.

About Nexus Engineering Group

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@nexusegroup.com. 

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 

Third‑Party Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.