Construction Manager

Job Title:

Construction Manager

Location:

Indianapolis, IN (Statewide Travel Required)

Employment Type:

Permanent, Direct Hire

About the Role

A leading engineering and infrastructure services firm is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee inspection teams and manage construction activities on major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Indiana. This role blends staff leadership, project coordination, and field oversight to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with high quality.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

* Long-term stability:
Strong backlog of municipal infrastructure work with consistent, year-round projects.

* High-impact leadership:
Directly guide inspection teams and influence project performance statewide.

* Strong compensation:
Competitive six-figure salary, bonuses, straight-time OT, company vehicle & gas card.

* Career growth:
Frequent evaluations, clear advancement pathways, and exposure to leadership.

* Meaningful work:
Water/Wastewater infrastructure is essential, recession-resistant, and community-impact driven.

* Pro-team culture:
Established, experienced inspection teams and strong collaboration with engineering staff.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead, mentor, and support inspection staff (RPRs and engineering personnel).

* Coordinate daily inspection activities and resolve field issues.

* Manage documentation, cost control, quality assurance, and communication processes.

* Participate in construction meetings and support project coordination efforts.

* Validate materials and ensure compliance with specifications.

* Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local construction regulations and safety standards.

Project Types

* Municipal water distribution systems

* Wastewater collection systems

* Water & wastewater treatment plants

* Underground water and sewer line installations

Travel

* Frequent statewide travel to project sites with occasional overnight stays

* Company vehicle and gas card provided

Compensation & Benefits

* Base Salary: $100,000-$120,000

* Straight-time OT

* Very competitive profit sharing & year-end bonus

* Strong long-term career stability

Must-Have Qualifications

* Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

* 10+ years of construction management experience

* 5+ years of staff management experience

* Strong understanding of bidding, estimating, and risk management

* Ability to read/interpret drawings, specifications, and contracts

* Valid driver's license; ability to travel statewide

Nice to Have Qualifications

* Water/Wastewater project experience

* Engineering consulting experience

* Professional Engineer (PE) license

* Experience with federally funded projects

* Experience using Procore

This role is open now and interviews are moving quickly. Apply today for immediate consideration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance including maternity leave Supplemental Insurance AD&D coverage Matching 401(k) & profit sharing Annual performance bonus Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40-hour schedule Paid time off and holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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