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Site Manager / Construction Manager - Industrial Equipment Installation (Mechanical & Electrical)
Location: Various U.S. Project Sites
Travel: 50-60%
About Us - Why Kraft Werks?
At Kraft Werks, we combine technical depth with in-house manufacturing capability to deliver turnkey solutions in high-value, high-precision niches. Our team thrives on legacy pride, creative problem-solving, and collaborative execution. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a stable, fast-growing environment.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager / Construction Manager to lead industrial construction projects involving mechanical equipment, piping systems, and electrical installations. This role covers Greenfield projects and retrofits, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-budget execution. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, industrial equipment installation, and team leadership. While the position is based on a standard 40-hour work week, candidates should expect periodic overtime, including evenings, weekends, and extended work schedules during equipment installations, plant outages, commissioning, and startup activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee on-site activities for industrial equipment installations, including mechanical and electrical systems.
- Drawing Take- Offs for install bill of materials to construct
- Estimating man hours for construction with Potential Jobs with site measurement and take offs
- Manage Greenfield construction and retrofit projects from start to finish.
- Coordinate with engineers, subcontractors, and plant management to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, manpower plans, and resource allocation.
- Enforce strict safety standards and quality control procedures.
- Monitor progress, prepare reports, and maintain client communication.
- Support procurement, material handling, and change order management.
- Travel (50-60%) to project sites across the U.S.
Qualifications
- Experience: 10+ years in industrial construction, with emphasis on mechanical and electrical equipment installation and piping systems.
- Technical Skills:
- - Equipment installation and commissioning
- - Electrical systems (power distribution, automation, controls)
- - Piping systems (process, water, gas)
- - Blueprint and CAD plan interpretation
- -Scheduling and project tracking tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, PlanGrid)
- -Knowledge of refractory and other thermal systems and installation
- -Burners and burner systems
- Certifications: OSHA 30, CPR (preferred)
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and teams in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Background
- Experience with industrial facility expansions and upgrades, equipment installation/relocation, and automation/control systems.
- Familiarity with lean construction practices and safety compliance programs.
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects on schedule and within budget.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunity to work on high-profile industrial projects nationwide
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and professional development
