Construction Field Manager

Do you know how to turn a refrigerator into an air conditioner for an apartment?  If you love finding solutions to questions like this, we’d love to hear from you!Who we areAt Ecosystem, we believe we should be accountable for results. That’s why we've integrated engineering and construction, seeing our projects through from design concept to implementation and commissioning. And that's how we can efficiently solve complex energy and decarbonization challenges in the built environment.Here are some of the projects we've been working on recently: San Diego Padres Stadium, Brown University and University of Toronto.Why this role mattersAt Ecosystem, we operate as an integrated engineering and construction firm: We design with construction expertise, build with operations in mind, and optimize every decision to hit the target.As a Construction Manager, your first project assignment will be our UC Davis Project where you will be deeply involved throughout all phases: you will have a strong influence during the design stage; ensuring constructability and operational efficiency, before leading its execution on site.Here, you won’t be given a step-by-step playbook. Instead, we define what the building needs to achieve, and you’ll have the freedom, resources, and the full toolbox to determine how to get there.What you will doAs part of an integrated multidisciplinary team working from design through completion, you will be responsible to:Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements on project sites and contribute to the application of best practicesOversee on-site construction operations, managing subcontractors, client, and stakeholders at higher-education facilitiesNavigate change/scope creep and solve technical challenges on site, always balancing costs, budgets schedules, and peopleSupport the preparation of project upgrades, including estimates and documentation, for review and presentation to the client. Develop an understanding of energy performance measures and sustainability considerations prior to committing to implementation. Assist with day-to-day execution of construction activities, helping ensure alignment with budget, schedule, and quality requirements. Deliver an exceptional client experienceYour professional growth is an integral part of your role. At Ecosystem, you are encouraged to continuously sharpen your expertise, and step outside conventional boundaries. We value audacity: where others wait for solutions to be proven, we choose to be among the first to innovate.This role is based full-time on site to support effective execution and collaboration.Your profile...A minimum of 5 years’ experience with ownership of construction projects, encompassing technical oversight, project management, delivery, and executionExperience in mechanical and electrical constructionStrong communication (written and verbal), listening, and negotiating skills in EnglishTeam player with a positive attitude, resilience, and determinationQuick critical thinking ability under pressureTop-notch organizational skillsResourceful and excellent judgmentWhat Ecosystem offers...Competitive annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $170,000, with final compensation determined based on a candidate’s experience, technical expertise, and skillset, as well as geographic location“Ask me anything” approach from ownership and managementPaid time off per year: We observe a minimum of 15 days of vacation, 10 public holidays, and 5 personal/sick days. On top of that, we have paid time off between December 25 and January 1 when our offices close for the holiday period for a well-earned break.   A comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and telemedicine, and 401KThriving people-first culture: we put our values in action in DEI, CSR, Innovation, and Social committees. We celebrate our successes together at Ecofest- watch the video hereThose who change the world don’t just make recommendations- they make decisions and act on them.  This is what we do at Ecosystem. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.