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TITLE: Project Manager, Construction II

POSITION SUMMMARY:

As Project Manager, Construction II you will be responsible for providing leadership and driving success of multiple facets of data center projects. The position covers all aspects of construction. Areas of expertise require autonomy and independent discretion in the following areas:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• RFP development and budgeting
  
• Pre-bid oversight and coordination
  
• Managing all design phases and documents
  
• Conduct project meetings, publish, and distribute minutes, develop milestones, and maintain monthly reports.
  
• Manage day-to-day office and field operations.
  
• Review the plans and specifications for constructability and construction schedules. Advise the project team of any issues or deficiencies.
  
• Prepare, manage, and update the detailed project schedule with sequence and activity duration including procurement items.
  
• Customer engagement for sales and fulfillment of requirements
  
• Coordination and supervision of design-build contractors
  
• Coordination with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts
  
• Oversight of physical construction activities
  
• Participation in commissioning
  
• The management of close out and hand-off of physical data center and project documents to customer
  
• Collaborate with the design team, operators, and clients.
  
• Submit monthly project financial reporting, including forecasting, cash-flow, etc.
  
• Review monthly contractor billing and perform job walks to substantiate progress.
  
• Keeps all relative parties informed of progress throughout the life of the project.
  
• Develop, manage, maintain, and assist with contract negotiation of new and existing vendors.
  
• Oversee RFI and Submittal Review Process.
  
• Manage the Change Order Process with Owner and Subcontractors.
  
• Manage input and delivery of work products from internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces comply with the project requirements, customer requirements, all engineering standards, applicable codes, and specifications.
  
• Understand project budget/estimate and budget set-up.
  
• Develop and understand trade contractor and supplier contract scopes, with a constant focus on procurement and lead-time of materials to maintain schedule.
  
• Develop, document, and drive lessons learned, process improvements, cost, and schedule savings initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
  
• Work closely with the proposal team to coordinate design criteria with budgetary issues and ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities.
  
• Awareness of the importance of mission-critical facility operation
  
• Safety standards knowledge and enforcement. (OSHA 30 Hour preferred)
  
• *Schedule shifts may incl nights/weekends as per bell curve requirements
  
• Additional duties may be assigned as project needs adjust at Management's discretion.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience (Desired):

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• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or a similar field, or equivalent experience
  
• Construction/Engineering/Architectural degree a plus
  
• 5-7 years of experience in managing construction projects required
  
• Datacenter experience is preferred
  
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.
  

Computer Skills:

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• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
  
• Proficient in PROCORE
  

Certificates and Licenses:

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• No certificates or licenses required
  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise one or more Superintendent or Project Coordinator or Assistant Project Manager

Travel Required: 30-50%

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits to Joining Our Team

CPG offers a competitive and comprehensive package that includes additional benefits beyond enhanced medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Benefits - (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)

Flexible Spending Account Options

401K Plan

Employer paid Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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• Manage projects, plans, provide and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary engineering Commissioning role for large facility projects.
  
• The commissioning experts adhere to a thorough quality management/QC process and procedures.
  
• Participate in daily commissioning activity meetings which services include: Equipment pre-start-up and start-up procedures; Development of standard operating procedures (SOP's) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs); Comprehensive Commissioning documentation.
  
• Prepare commissioning test procedures and reports; Develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects; Write comprehensive reports which include the following sections: recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
  
• Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation pertinent to commissioning.
  
• Integrated system testing; Load Bank Testing; Compilation of all testing procedure results.
  
• Develop and administer functional tests for various systems, such as: electrical distribution systems, UPS, standby generators, etc.
  
• System Assembly; Commission plan preparation; Follow company QC process and procedures.
  
• Help lead and manage any external resources; Schedule and direct periodic commissioning meetings; Attend construction and coordination meetings if required for the project.
  
• Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors and owners' agents as needed; Execute project assignments; Interface with project contractors, vendors, and testing technicians; Interact with all facets of the company: engineering, design, etc.
  
• Verify results of test reports
  
• Assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment as needed.
  
• Must be US citizen
  
• Must be able to travel approximately 50% of time
  

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• Bachelor's / Associates Degree in engineering a plus or comparable experience
  
• 3-5 experience in the Engineering Field
  
• A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission critical projects a big plus
  
• Previous Data Center / Mission Critical experience a must
  
• Electrical equipment testing experience in a Critical Facilities / facility environment
  
• Experience with IEEE/ASHRAE procedures and protocols a plus
  
• Possess basic knowledge of systems design for various projects
  

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• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
  

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• No Certificates or licenses required
  

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• No supervisory responsibilities with this position
  

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• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; Standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Project Cost Engineer, you will assist in the development and management of the project financial strategy. You will be working directly with the project management team to manage the project budget, costs, change orders, pricing requests, billings, and forecasts. You will be responsible for generating and maintaining reports that provide information to different groups, work with the management team to identify variances, risks and maintain quality control processes to improve project cost procedures and ensuring conformity with management's strategy.

The Specifics of the Role

• Works with all project disciplines to ensure understanding of total project cost budget allowances and targets.
• Review project documents and specifications to accurately identify, develop and track request of change orders (owner and subcontractor related), baseline estimates, potential risk exposures while communicating potential impacts to the financial targets, schedule, and overall project management process.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure the correct integration of all information needed to ensure accuracy in billings, payment applications, change orders, direct cost, labor cost, etc.
• Works closely with the project management team, executive management personnel, subcontractors, as well as occasional contact with clients.
• Responsible for cost engineering, cost estimation, cost analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for proposal estimating activities which require a moderate degree of technical skill and experience.
• Ensuring quality, accuracy, consistency, spend profile, performing change management, and transparency in all cost management deliverables.
• Take ownership of the cost control function and ensure integrity of the cost and forecast reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Construction Management, or related degree.
• 0-3 years of Project Cost experience.
• Preferred 1 year of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of project development stages, procurement, project controls, and construction execution practices is required.
• Working knowledge of applicable computer software such as PMWeb or similar project portfolio management software, DataServ, Excel, JD Edwards, or related software programs.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and deliver on customer commitments.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

Clayco is seeking our next great Superintendent for our national Mission Critical Business Unit. In this role you will provide on-site supervision and quality control for field operations and onsite management of design/build construction projects. The person in this role also reviews documents, responds to scope modification evaluations during construction, and works to complete Clayco projects with respect to Safety, Quality, Schedule and Cost objectives. The Superintendent will observe work in the field and compares to drawings to ensure installations are in accordance with drawings and specifications. You will work closely with clients and as part of a team to provide the best solutions on design-build projects valued anywhere from a $20 million to over $200 million.

The Specifics of the Role

• Coordinate with preconstruction, design, engineering, procurement, operations, safety, quality, and all other project site management team members to assure that the there is always adequate project resources.
• Ability to supervise construction employees and subcontractors to accomplish work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to travel or relocate to jobsite.
• Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency.

Requirements

• B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent trade experience with progression to management levels.
• 5-10 years of experience in highly technical commercial/industrial construction management, on projects of 50+ million, ideally with design-build experience.
• Ability to supervise construction employees and subcontractors to accomplish work within budget and schedule constraints.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to travel or relocate to jobsite.
• Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects at least 50lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

BIM / VDC Coordinator

Department: Project Controls

Reports To: Project Controls Manager

Location: Abilene, TX & Bridgeport, AL

Company: The Newtron Group

About Us

The Newtron Group is one of the largest privately owned specialty electrical construction organizations in the United States and a national leader in Industrial Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) services.

With over five decades of experience, Newtron delivers large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects that demand precision, coordination, and innovation. Our Project Controls Department integrates advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technologies into every phase of project execution—bridging design, prefabrication, and field construction to ensure quality and efficiency.

We are seeking a BIM / VDC Coordinator to join our Project Controls team and play a key role in advancing digital project delivery across The Newtron Group’s industrial portfolio.

Position Overview

The BIM / VDC Coordinator supports the design, planning, and execution of complex electrical and instrumentation projects by managing model coordination, ensuring data accuracy, and improving digital workflows across disciplines.

This position bridges the office and the field—linking design intent with constructability. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of industrial construction, is technically proficient with BIM tools, and is passionate about using technology to improve visualization, collaboration, and execution on the jobsite.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Coordination & Execution

• Support the digital delivery of large industrial and E&I projects from concept through closeout.
• Coordinate BIM workflows and model setup using Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
• Perform clash detection and multidisciplinary coordination using Navisworks and Revizto.
• Manage model hosting, collaboration, and deliverables using the Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) platform.
• Conduct model quality checks, assist with digital turnover, and encode asset data for project closeout.
• Work with laser scans and point clouds to validate field conditions and produce accurate as-built models.

Process & Innovation

• Implement and maintain digital standards and workflows that align with The Newtron Group’s Project Controls systems.
• Identify and develop process improvements that enhance data integrity, model usability, and reporting accuracy.
• Expand the use of point cloud and scan data for layout, prefabrication, and progress tracking.
• Stay informed on emerging BIM/VDC technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaboration & Support

• Act as a liaison between engineering, project management, and field operations to ensure accurate coordination and model use.
• Provide technical support and training to project teams on BIM and coordination tools.
• Collaborate with vendors, design partners, and subcontractors to ensure model alignment and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in BIM coordination, VDC, or digital delivery within industrial or commercial construction.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Familiarity with industrial electrical and instrumentation workflows.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with laser scanning, point cloud processing, or asset data management.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D or Plant 3D for industrial applications.
• Professional certifications such as Autodesk Certified Professional, LEED, or PE license (a plus).

Project Scheduler (Primavera P6)

Department: Project Controls

Reports To: Project Controls Manager

Location: Abilene, TX & Bridgeport, AL (Onsite)

Company: The Newtron Group

About Us

The Newtron Group is one of the largest privately owned specialty electrical construction organizations in the United States and a national leader in Industrial Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) services.

With over five decades of experience, Newtron delivers large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects that demand precision, coordination, and innovation. Our Project Controls Department integrates advanced scheduling, cost controls, digital modeling, and data analytics into every phase of project execution—ensuring predictable outcomes and disciplined performance on complex projects.

We are seeking an experienced Primavera P6 Scheduler to join our Project Controls team and support the successful delivery of major industrial and infrastructure projects.

Position Overview

The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing detailed project schedules using Primavera P6. This position plays a critical role in planning, forecasting, and tracking performance on large-scale electrical and instrumentation projects.

This is an onsite role that works closely with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and owners to ensure schedule integrity, transparency, and actionable reporting.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of construction sequencing, earned value principles, and schedule risk analysis—and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced industrial jobsite environment.

Key Responsibilities

Schedule Development & Control

Develop and maintain detailed resource-loaded project schedules using Primavera P6.

Build baseline schedules aligned with contractual milestones, scope, and execution strategy.

Incorporate procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities into integrated project schedules.

Update schedules regularly with field progress and ensure data accuracy.

Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks and recovery strategies.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Analyze schedule performance and support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting.

Prepare weekly and monthly schedule reports for internal leadership and clients.

Generate look-ahead schedules and support short-interval planning efforts.

Evaluate schedule impacts from change orders, delays, and scope modifications.

Support time impact analysis (TIA) and claims documentation as required.

Collaboration & Field Integration

Work directly with project managers, superintendents, and discipline leads to validate sequencing and progress.

Facilitate schedule review meetings and drive accountability for updates.

Support coordination between engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction teams.

Align scheduling practices with The Newtron Group’s Project Controls standards and reporting systems.

Qualifications

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

3–7 years of scheduling experience in industrial, infrastructure, or large commercial construction.

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (required).

Strong understanding of CPM scheduling principles and critical path analysis.

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts.

Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction workflows.

Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, deadline-driven project environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in electrical and instrumentation construction.

Experience supporting data center, industrial manufacturing, or energy projects.

Familiarity with cost systems, Power BI reporting, or integrated project controls platforms.

PMP, PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional), or similar certification (a plus).

Industry: Construction

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Environment: Onsite Project Assignment

Travel Project Engineer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Status: Full-time Regular

Job Summary

The Travel Project Engineer supports E. Smith Contractors field and project management teams across multiple job sites, ensuring effective coordination, documentation control, schedule alignment, and on‑site project execution. This role acts as a key liaison between architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams while ensuring all work adheres to contract documents, specifications, and project standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communication‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, travel‑intensive environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Communication

• Serve as a primary liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors, staff, and Owner Representatives to resolve issues related to plans, specifications, and construction execution.
• Oversee and interpret contract drawings, design documents, and subcontractor information, ensuring alignment with project estimates and scope.
• Schedule and lead subcontractor coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, and submittal review meetings.

Document Control: Submittals, RFIs & Specifications

• Manage all Submittals and Shop Drawings, ensuring they conform to contract requirements and are reviewed, approved, and distributed on time.
• Prepare, process, and track RFIs, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation for field teams.
• Identify and resolve conflicts between design documents, specifications, and subcontractor scopes.

Budget, Cost Control & Change Management

• Assist in managing the project budget and tracking expenditures related to assigned scopes.
• Prepare and negotiate Change Orders, including independent analyses, subcontractor estimate reviews, and securing approvals from owners and architects.
• Maintain and update logs for Change Orders, labor, safety, quality control, and general conditions.

Field & Travel Responsibilities

• Travel regularly to project sites to support field teams with coordination, documentation, issue resolution, and schedule updates.
• Monitor onsite progress, material deliveries, and inventory control to ensure alignment with schedule and project needs.
• Assist with field problem‑solving and communication of design clarifications.

Project Closeout

• Lead and coordinate all closeout activities including:
• Final RFIs
• Warranty documentation
• As‑built drawings
• O&M manuals
• Attic stock and spare parts
• Punch list tracking
• Ensure all closeout deliverables meet contract requirements and are submitted in a timely manner.

Team Leadership & Support

• Supervise and mentor Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, Plan Clerks, and Interns, providing guidance and input for performance reviews.
• Prepare Scopes of Work for subcontracted trades to ensure clarity and alignment before procurement.

Reporting & Technology

• Develop and maintain reports such as labor tracking, safety logs, QC logs, CO logs, and progress tracking.
• Utilize Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and other project tools for documentation and reporting.
• Support the use of BIM, LEAN, and other modern construction technologies to enhance project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a project engineer or similar construction role.
• Proficient with Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction documentation workflows.
• Strong understanding of Submittals, RFIs, Scheduling, Inventory Control, and project coordination.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specs, scopes of work, and schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, team collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to support projects across various locations.

At E Smith Contractors, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Our benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, reward your hard work, and help you thrive both personally and professionally. Team members enjoy comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. For roles requiring travel, E. Smith Contractors provides a travel stipend to ensure comfort and convenience while supporting our projects across various locations.

We are committed to investing in our employees with opportunities for professional development, ongoing training, and long‑term career growth. At E. Smith Contractors, you’re not just joining a company you’re joining a team that values your contributions and supports your success every step of the way.

Construction Project Engineer

Abilene, TX

Travel will be required

$150,000-250,000 + performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, holidays, life & disability insurance

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated Construction Project Engineer to join a top-tier design-build firm delivering high-profile commercial, industrial, and institutional projects nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale projects, gain hands-on construction management experience, and fast-track your career toward Project Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers in executing projects from design through closeout.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, planners, and subcontractors to manage schedules, RFIs, and submittals.
• Assist with project budget tracking, cost management, and forecasting.
• Conduct site walkdowns, verify work, and ensure compliance with drawings and standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project team members.
• Mentor interns or junior staff as part of team development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction project coordination or management (design-build preferred).
• Knowledge of construction practices, scheduling, and cost management.
• Comfortable walking job sites, climbing ladders/scaffolding, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

The Newtron Group is one of the largest privately-owned Specialty Electrical Construction companies in the United States and is among the nation’s leading Industrial Electrical and Instrumentation providers. We also offer a suite of innovative and customized Analytical, Automation, Heat Trace, Integration and Design solutions for a wide range of industries. With offices across the southeast and west coast, we have performed work across the United States and have established strong partnerships with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors.

The expectation of excellence in the delivery of our services as described in our Core Values and Beliefs is what drives our project management teams. This expectation is what led us to use our 51+ years of project history and our long-term employees’ experiences to develop a first-class project management system for the work that we perform. We refer to it as the Newtron Group Control System or NGCS for short. NGCS tracks all project activities such as purchasing, installation, scheduling, delays, and conflicts down to the smallest detail and allows everyone on the project team from field craftspeople to our clients to have access to this critical information at a moment’s notice. NGCS also automatically feeds Primavera schedule activity updates. It provides information in a controlled fashion that focuses the data to the task being performed which makes it easy to understand. Coupled with the experience and training that our long-term employees have using NGCS, our project teams can anticipate issues before they occur. All of this provides our clients with a high-quality management experience and instills confidence that we will deliver consistent and dependable results on all our projects.

The Project Controls Coordinator is required to establish and maintain a control database following the Project Baseline. Responsibilities/Duties: Establish project specific budgets and work break down structure (WBS). Develop the projects controls database using our proprietary software. Establish and assign activity codes to the work elements and track project cost and progress by charge code. Create a comprehensive, properly linked CPM schedule. Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure that the project maintains a positive cash flow. Implement and maintain the Change Management Procedure for change orders, trending and forecasting Issues weekly and monthly progress and cost reports. Tracking and maintaining historical data. Perform database downloads into our project controls program. Build, maintain and update the project progress curves. Estimating. Project documentation. Generate and submit extra work orders and change orders. Provide technical support to the field employees. Good oral and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Data Center Material Logistics Manager Job Description

Hourly Rate: $35-45/hr (firm, dependent on experience)

Location: Abilene, TX (must be local or willing to travel to Abilene for 2 weeks at a time)

Smartlink is dedicated to empowering those who are competitive and aim for the win. The company's core values— Creating Customer Fanatics, Innovate and Create, One Team, We Are All In, and Safety Leads to Success—serves as a guide to our teams and sets the expectations for every member.

These values are the cornerstone that brings us together, consistently reminding us of our mission and guiding all our efforts. We are unabashedly competitive and driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. Every project, every challenge, and every opportunity is met with discipline, focus, and an uncompromising commitment to succeed.

Our path to excellence begins with it, commitment, and our team's goal of achieving customer fanatics. At Smartlink, you are empowered to make the right decisions, do your job well and bring something to the table no matter your position. This involves autonomy, responsibility, contribution, support, and growth.

This approach ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated to contribute their best, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

We look forward to having you join our TEAM if this opportunity is a great fit for you!

Job Summary:

The Data Center Material Logistics Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain and material flow for the project site. You will design and implement the logistics plan that ensures all materials—from bulk commodities to specialized equipment—are procured, received, tracked, and staged to meet aggressive construction schedules. You are responsible for optimizing site space, managing vendor relationships, and leading the logistics team to eliminate bottlenecks that could delay field production.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive site logistics plan, including designated delivery routes, off-loading zones, and strategic staging areas.
• Directly supervise and mentor the Material Logistics Technicians, ensuring they follow standardized procedures for receiving, inventorying, and delivering materials.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, suppliers, and freight carriers to coordinate delivery schedules and resolve high-level shipment discrepancies or damages.
• Oversee the site’s inventory management system, ensuring 100% accuracy between physical stock and digital records to prevent "stock-outs" or over-ordering.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Project Engineers to align material deliveries with the Master Project Schedule and "Just-In-Time" (JIT) delivery requirements.
• Manage the logistics budget, including costs related to material handling equipment rentals, temporary storage facilities, and third-party transport.
• Implement and enforce rigorous safety protocols for all material handling activities, including forklift operations, crane picks, and hazardous material storage.
• Analyze logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, or recurring vendor issues, and present performance reports to senior project leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Strategic Planning: Ability to look weeks ahead at the project schedule to anticipate material needs and site congestion.
• Leadership & Accountability: Taking ownership of the entire material lifecycle and holding both the internal team and external vendors to high standards.
• Spatial Intelligence: Expert ability to manage limited site footprints and organize storage to maximize efficiency and crew access.
• Communication: Ability to bridge the gap between office-based procurement and field-based installation teams.
• 5+ years of experience in construction logistics, warehouse management, or industrial supply chain operations.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage a diverse team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Logistics Management Software (LMS), ERP systems, or Procore/BIM 360 logistics modules.
• Deep understanding of construction materials, lead times, and specialized handling requirements for MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) or structural components.
• Strong negotiation skills for managing vendor contracts and resolving delivery disputes.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and experience implementing site-wide safety programs.

• Physical Demands & Work Environment:Significant travel (>70%) is expected in association with performing this position.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time is expected for this position.
• A valid driver’s license is expected for this position.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $5.8 billion in revenue for 2023, Clayco specializes in the \"art and science of building,\" providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The construction Project Engineer will be based in the Southwest and will service our clients in a multi-state region and may even travel across the country. You will have the opportunity to build large, complicated, iconic design-build projects $30 million and above. In this role you will be part of a team responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through closeout.

The Specifics of the Role

• Build client and subcontractor relationships.
• Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
• Assist in the establishment of project forecasts and budgets.
• Manage costs.
• Accept responsibility for project execution.
• Mentor and develop Interns and new incoming project management staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
• 0 to 5 years of experience managing construction projects, ideally design-build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Previous experience on a successful project management team.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position is based in the Southwest.
• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?

• Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal.
• ENR – Top Midwest Contractors (#1), Top Design-Build Contractors (#4), Top 400 Contractors (#20), ENR – Top Green Builders (#5).

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $5.8 billion in revenue for 2023, Clayco specializes in the \"art and science of building,\" providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The construction Project Engineer will be based on the construction project site and will service our clients in a multi-state region and may even travel across the country. You will have the opportunity to build large, complicated, iconic design-build projects $30 million and above. In this role you will be part of a team responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through closeout.

The Specifics of the Role

• Build client and subcontractor relationships.
• Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
• Assist in the establishment of project forecasts and budgets.
• Manage costs.
• Accept responsibility for project execution.
• Mentor and develop Interns and new incoming project management staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
• 0 to 5 years of experience managing construction projects, ideally design-build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Previous experience on a successful project management team.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position will service our clients in Phoenix, AZ.
• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain's Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Hiring for traveling mission critical construction roles

I'm actively recruiting for multiple traveling opportunities tied to major mission critical data center construction, including a flagship project in Abilene, Texas.

I'm looking to connect with Project Engineers, Superintendents, Project Managers, and Preconstruction professionals who know how to execute in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and want to be part of major, high-visibility work.

These roles are a strong fit for professionals coming from mission critical, data center, hyperscale, advanced technology, or other highly complex commercial construction backgrounds who are open to travel.

Why these opportunities stand out:

100% employee-owned ESOP company

Strong compensation and bonus potential

Travel package available

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement support plus long-term wealth-building through employee ownership

Paid time off

Strong project pipeline and long-term stability

Career growth with a respected builder doing major complex work

For the Project Engineer openings, I'm especially interested in candidates with backgrounds in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related project experience who can support RFIs, submittals, document control, subcontractor coordination, schedule support, change management, and field execution on large, complex builds.

I'm also building pipeline for senior-level mission critical talent in Superintendent, Project Manager, and Preconstruction functions, especially those with data center experience who are open to traveling roles and future expansion work.

If you have mission critical or data center construction experience, or know someone who does, message me directly.

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