Construction Manager, Wisconsin

The Construction Manager is part of the Technical and Construction Services team and leads construction activities and contractor management related to building electrification projects and initiatives in Wisconsin. This position is an expert technical advisor and works closely with Program Managers, Engineers and program team members to advance affordable building efficiency upgrades, solar, and decarbonization projects in Wisconsin and nearby geographies as needed.

The Construction Manager reports to the Construction Manager, Building Electrification. This position is located in Wisconsin and currently remote with on-site work performed as needed.

Responsibilities

Work closely with external contractors, program management, engineering, and other team members in the delivery of electrification projects.
Conduct contractor relationship management, including vetting and oversight.
Guide contractors through efficiency and building electrification projects and measures, including heat pump, solar, and storage technologies.
Assist in program design, developing project scopes, monitoring construction timelines, project oversight, and closeout.
Conduct scoping walkthroughs with bidding contractors and reviews bids.
Create and/or review construction timeline with contractors routinely.
Approve invoices post-inspection.
Coordinate with internal and external teams, including Elevate’s Workforce Development team and heat pump manufacturers, to increase diverse contractor participation.
Incorporate construction industry best practices to Elevate’s processes and standards and maintain expertise in current energy management and new technologies.
Document activity log in project management software to ensure visibility and data accuracy.
Support strategic and business planning activities.
Support high performance building and other programs across the organization as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, environmental studies, environmental science, solar and sustainability, or building science preferred; or at least (5+) years successfully managing construction projects
Adaptability and flexibility
Ability to understand technical program requirements and convey technical information to contractors, such as eligibility of specific equipment and documentation required to complete installations
Well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures
Able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results in support of energy efficiency, electrification projects, and the Elevate mission
In-depth understanding of energy efficiency, environmental health, and electrification programs
Extensive experience working with various trades, with knowledge of traditional HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems and familiarity with solar, ASHP and geothermal systems
Capacity to manage a high volume of work and complex situations
Strong ability to build relationships and work with both internal and external stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
Self-starter with exceptional organizational, time management, and project coordination skills
Demonstrated attention to detail
Valid U.S. driver’s license
Ability to work independently and employ problem-solving skills when encountering obstacles
Passion for Elevate’s mission of equitable climate action

Compensation

The total compensation for this position includes health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.), defined contribution benefit (401k with contribution), professional development, generous paid time off policies, and a flexible schedule. This is an exempt people manager position with a salary range of $80,000 – $90,000, based on experience.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Elevate is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Accommodation

Elevate will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace, and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to Elevate. Contact the People Team with any questions or requests for accommodations.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our candidate portal at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/. Search for “Construction Manager, Wisconsin” to find the position listing.

Please note that Elevate will only contact candidates via an elevatenp.org email address. We will never ask a candidate for payment of any kind as part of the hiring or onboarding process or send payment to any candidate prior to completing the hiring and onboarding process.

No phone calls please.