Utilities / Underground Construction Manager
Location
(Ireland)
Job Type
Full-Time, Permanent
Position Summary
The Utilities / Underground Construction Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of underground utility construction projects. This role oversees field operations involving the installation, maintenance, relocation, and repair of underground infrastructure, including water, wastewater, stormwater, electrical, gas, telecommunications, and other utility systems. The Construction Manager ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
Manage multiple underground utility construction projects from initiation through completion.
Develop project execution plans, schedules, resource allocations, and budgets.
Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when required.
Coordinate with clients, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and utility owners.
Ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
Construction Operations
Direct daily field operations for excavation, trenching, utility installation, directional drilling, duct bank construction, and restoration activities.
Review construction drawings, specifications, permits, and utility records.
Oversee equipment utilization and workforce productivity.
Manage subcontractors and self-perform crews.
Resolve field conflicts and unforeseen site conditions.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and local health and safety regulations.
Conduct site inspections, safety meetings, and incident investigations.
Ensure proper traffic management, excavation safety, and confined space procedures.
Monitor environmental compliance and permit requirements.
Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, municipalities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
Attend project meetings and provide progress updates.
Coordinate utility shutdowns, relocations, and service tie-ins.
Manage customer and community relations during construction activities.
Financial Management
Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts.
Review cost reports and monitor project profitability.
Approve invoices, subcontractor payments, and change orders.
Identify and mitigate financial risks.
Support contract administration and claims management.
Quality Assurance
Ensure work is completed in accordance with engineering standards and project specifications.
Implement quality control procedures and inspections.
Review as-built documentation and project closeout requirements.
Ensure compliance with utility owner standards and regulatory requirements.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field personnel.
Mentor and develop construction teams.
Conduct performance evaluations and workforce planning.
Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Utility Engineering, or related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and industry experience may be considered.
Experience
7-10+ years of underground utility construction experience.
Minimum 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role.
Experience managing utility infrastructure projects involving water, sewer, stormwater, electrical, gas, or telecommunications systems.
Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field teams.
Technical Knowledge
Underground utility installation methods and standards.
Excavation and trench safety requirements.
Utility locating and conflict resolution.
Horizontal directional drilling (HDD), trenchless technologies, and open-cut construction methods.
Construction scheduling software and project management systems.
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
Preferred Certifications
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
PMP (Project Management Professional)
Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
First Aid/CPR Certification
Utility-specific certifications relevant to the operating region
Key Competencies
Leadership and team management
Strategic planning and execution
Project scheduling and coordination
Budget and cost control
Contract administration
Risk management
Problem-solving and decision-making
Communication and stakeholder management
Negotiation and conflict resolution
Safety leadership
Physical Requirements
Ability to visit active construction sites regularly.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Occasional travel to project locations.
Ability to navigate uneven terrain and construction environments.
Performance Measures
Safety performance and incident rates
On-time project delivery
Budget adherence and profitability
Client satisfaction
Quality and compliance metrics
Workforce productivity and retention
Successful completion of project milestones
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