Director Construction Management-New Power Generation

May 25, 2026

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About the position

We are seeking a Director of Construction Management to lead the safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery of new power generation assets across a diverse portfolio—including gas, peaking, renewables, storage, and emerging technologies. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for construction strategy and execution from late-stage engineering through commissioning and turnover to Operations. You will play a critical role in ensuring assets are delivered on time, on budget, and ready for reliable Day One performance. If you are a strategic builder, safety champion, and operational leader who thrives in complex infrastructure environments—this is your opportunity to shape the future of generation.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-wide construction execution across multiple generation projects
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on risk, schedule, cost, and readiness
Establish best-in-class construction, safety, environmental, and quality standards
Oversee construction activities to ensure adherence to design specs, permits, and regulatory requirements
Drive seamless coordination across contractors, OEMs, commissioning partners, and internal teams
Ensure disciplined turnover to Operations (care, custody, and control)
Champion a world-class safety culture aligned with OSHA and company standards
Ensure compliance with all environmental, regulatory, and utility requirements
Proactively identify and mitigate construction and commissioning risks
Own construction budgets, forecasting, and cost controls
Monitor KPIs across safety, schedule, cost, and commissioning readiness
Resolve constructability and commissioning challenges in partnership with Engineering and PM
Build and lead a high-performing team of construction leaders and quality professionals
Develop talent, workforce strategies, and contractor performance management practices
Support union and non-union workforce coordination aligned with labor agreements

Requirements

12–15+ years of progressive experience in power generation or large industrial construction
Proven leadership delivering large, complex infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of construction execution, commissioning, and regulatory compliance
Experience managing EPC contractors and third-party commissioning models
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders
Familiarity with union environments and utility labor strategies
PMP certification
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Benefits

Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers

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