Industrial Construction Manager

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

The Industrial Construction Manager (ICM) serves as the on-site leader and single point of responsibility for all phases of industrial EPC project delivery - from pre-construction through commissioning and turnover.

The role ensures unified accountability for safety, cost, schedule, quality, and field execution. The ICM provides direct leadership for engineering coordination, procurement planning, and construction execution across self-perform and subcontracted scopes. This position requires a strategic, hands-on leader capable of managing complex industrial environments while driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, and high-performing teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High school diploma required.
• 10-15 years of construction related experience or progressive leadership in large-scale EPC projects.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership capacity managing large-scale industrial or EPC projects ($50M+ TIC).
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial process systems, equipment installation, and heavy construction sequencing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead safety programs and maintain OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience in Power, Energy, Water/Wastewater, Ag/Industrial, or Manufacturing sectors.
• Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement and lean methodologies.
• Current OSHA 30 certification.

Preferred

• Bilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English.
• Two or four-year degree in construction related field.
• Experience with modularization, prefabrication, or advanced work packaging (AWP) preferred.
• Experience managing EPC projects with total installed cost exceeding $100M strongly preferred .

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovative and forward thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in computer applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Procore (or equivalent), Bluebeam (or equivalent software), Primavera P6 and project controls software.

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical leadership.
• View every interaction as an opportunity to add value and enhance relationships.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Project delivery within budget, schedule, and safety KPIs .
• Maintain proactive risk management and client satisfaction above.
• Demonstrate leadership that develops field teams and strengthens company culture.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement methodologies across field operations.

OFFICE AND TRAVEL

• Must be willing to travel regularly and accept out-of-town assignments ranging from weeks to months or years at a time.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Lead total project execution across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• Serve as the primary field leader responsible for site safety, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project execution plans, logistics, and constructability strategies.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and project controls teams to align design deliverables and construction sequencing.
• Manage self-perform trades and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to contract requirements, specifications, and company standards.

• Ensure compliance with contract obligations and deliverables across EPC functions.

• Oversee commissioning, startup, and performance testing phases in alignment with client requirements.

• Drive a zero-incident safety culture through proactive leadership and daily engagement.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, company, and client-specific safety protocols.
• Oversee implementation of the site-specific Quality Control Plan and monitor construction standards, testing, and documentation.
• Lead daily site coordination meetings, safety huddles, and Lean pull-plan sessions.

• Ensure all on-site documentation including drawings, logs, inspection books are updated and current. Assist in the documentation of As-Built drawings.

• Overall schedule management including schedule development and critical path analysis .
• Evaluate and mitigate risks through proactive issue management and field coordination.
• Lead weekly progress reviews with internal stakeholders and client representatives.

• Ensure alignment of budget set for the project including labor, materials and equipment. Work with Project Management team to assess weekly/monthly cost…