Associate Construction Manager

Job Title: Associate Construction Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Construction Manager to support industrial construction projects. This role is ideal for an early-career construction professional who wants to develop hands-on field experience while learning construction management, safety, and documentation processes. The Associate Construction Manager will initially provide backend and field support to Construction Managers, with increased responsibility and field exposure over time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and managing subcontractors on project-related activities with a focus on safety, scope, schedule, and budget.

• Support project startup activities, including schedule reviews, health & safety coordination, and subcontractor onboarding.

• Assist in assigning roles and responsibilities in accordance with the Project Execution Plan (PEP).

• Support cost estimating activities for labor, materials, and equipment.

• Collaborate with Project Managers and Construction Managers on PEP development and updates, change management, and cost, schedule, and scope tracking.

• Perform construction documentation tasks using construction management platforms, including submittals, RFIs, bid leveling, daily reports, and field notes.

• Gradually increase field responsibilities, including contractor observations and drawing review in the field.

• Adhere to established Quality and Environmental Management Systems.

• Actively support a strong safety culture in both the office and field.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and planning, scheduling and durations, and means and methods.

• Knowledge of safety planning, permitting, scheduling, excavation, hazardous waste remediation, and contractor oversight.

• Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification (OSHA 10 acceptable for entry-level candidates; additional training provided).

• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on construction exposure (industrial, commercial, utilities, infrastructure, or MEP preferred).

• Understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and safety fundamentals.

• Strong organizational and computer skills.

• Willingness to learn and be mentored.

• Desire to work outdoors year-round as part of a field-based team.

Work Environment

The Associate Construction Manager will work out of a construction trailer on site, starting the day around 6:30 AM reviewing permits and daily work plans. The majority of the day is spent in the field directly overseeing contractor work, with exposure to all weather conditions throughout the year. The typical end of the day is around 3:00 PM, with flexibility for extended hours, outages, or weekend work as needed. Occasional on-call or weekend support is required for site conditions, such as weather-related inspections.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blue Bell, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58.86 - $89.15/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Blue Bell,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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