Construction contractors are great managers who enjoy guiding construction projects to completion and actively engaging with customers. They are passionate about building and juggling many tasks at a time and can oversee the design and building of a range of structures. Alongside the engineers who design structures, construction contractors are essential to ensuring that infrastructure around the world gets built on time, meets customers’ demands, and is done safely.

Construction contractor responsibilities span project management, team management and construction. They oversee every part of a building construction project, from start to finish. Construction contractors must plan all the important development and implementation details and plan out construction equipment and materials to be used.

They are also responsible for various construction management processes, including the procurement of supplies and equipment, coordination of subcontractors to carry out specialized tasks like electricity or heating and ventilation. In addition, they must ensure funds are available to keep the project moving and prepare regular progress reports. The contractor must also manage the teams in terms of size and technical expertise, as well as payroll for their own employees and subcontractor payments.

Construction contractors must be quick thinkers, able to anticipate and plan for possible changes and having a risk management strategy in place to deal with it. They must also ensure that the plans, workers and local laws or codes all adhere to the scope of the building project. At the end of the building project, construction contractors are responsible for reviewing it all and making sure everything is correct. Construction contractors often work closely with construction engineers, civil engineers, and other specialists, to guide the building work as specified.

Construction contractor jobs are frequently available in the construction industry where building on any scale happens. They can help build homes, offices, bridges, skyscrapers, and other large buildings like tunnels, power plants, dams, and beyond. There is never a dull moment on a construction site, making this career of contracting perfect for those who like to juggle many challenges and deadlines.

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Construction Supervisor Schwerpunkt PLT (m/w/d)

Location: Mannheim

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 3 years

In Ihrer Funktion als Fachbauleiter / Construction Supervisor mit dem Schwerpunkt Prozessleittechnik sind Sie für die Abwicklung von Montageaufträgen in den verfahrenstechnischen Anlagen des Unternehmens zuständig. Dabei sorgen Sie für die qualitäts- und termingerechte Projektabwicklung im Feld sowie im Schaltraum, überwachen Loop-Checks und erarbeiten Teile des PLT Montagekonzepts. Dies geschieht im ständigen Austausch mit Projektbeteiligten, Kunden sowie Lieferanten. Zudem umfasst Ihre Aufgabe die fachliche Führung und Kontrolle von Kontraktoren während der Montage.

Senior Construction Manager (m/w/d)

Location: Karlsruhe

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 5 years

Steuerung und Überwachung von Bauprojekten im Bereich Straßenbau, Kanalbau und sonstiger Infrastrukturmaßnahmen Erstellung von Projektplänen, Zeitplänen und Budgetvorgaben Vorbereitung und Einreichung von Genehmigungsunterlagen bei Behörden. Kommunikation und Verhandlungen mit Behörden und öffentlichen Einrichtungen zur Sicherstellung aller erforderlichen Genehmigungen Einhaltung rechtlicher Vorgaben und baurechtlicher Bestimmungen Auswahl, Beauftragung und Steuerung von externen Dienstleistern und Subunternehmen Überwachung der Leistungen hinsichtlich Qualität, Terminen und Kosten Sicherstellung der Einhaltung von Arbeitssicherheits- und Umweltstandards Regelmäßige Kontrolle des Projektfortschritts und Erstellung von Statusberichten für interne und externe Stakeholder Identifikation und Management von Risiken sowie Erarbeitung von Lösungsvorschlägen bei Problemen Schnittsellenmanagement Enge Zusammenarbeit mit internen Fachabteilungen wie Planung, Einkauf und Qualitätsmanagement Abstimmung mit Architekten, Ingenieuren und Bauleitern

Construction Manager Verfahrenstechnik (w/m/d)

Location: Wuppertal

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 1 years

Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehört die Sicherstellung, dass alle Apparate und Maschinen im Anlagenbereich sicher, gesetzes- und vorschriftenkonform sowie kostenoptimal betriebsfähig der chemischen Produktion bereitgestellt werden können Darüber hinaus erarbeiten Sie nachhaltige Reparaturkonzepte, inklusive Kosten- und Terminplanungen Auch die Durchführung von Schadensanalysen und die Entwicklung von Konzepten zur Optimierung der Anlagenverfügbarkeit fällt in Ihren Aufgabenbereich. Sie werden nach Einarbeitung größere sowie komplexere Neubau- und Instandhaltungs-Projekte im Anlagenbereich koordinieren

Construction Manager

Location: Beerse

Branche: Pharmaceuticals

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 5 years

Ontwikkelen en toepassen van project-specifieke bouwstrategieën. Opvolgen van alle bouwactiviteiten op de werf in Gent - Technologiepark. Selecteren en aansturen van externe bouwpartners in overleg met interne stakeholders (EHS, Construction Safety, Projectleiding). Implementeren en optimaliseren van processen rond veiligheid, kwaliteit, uitvoerbaarheid en naleving van wet- en regelgeving. Beheren van contracten, wijzigingsverzoeken en budgetoverschrijdingen. Toepassen van best practices rond Front-End Loading (FEL). Regelmatig uitvoeren van werfbezoeken en veiligheidsassessments. Opmaken van rapportages en deelnemen aan projectvergaderingen. Continu verbeteren van processen via lessons learned en interne kennisdeling.

Procurement Contractor

Location: Oss

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 4 years

Leidinggeven aan inkoopprojecten binnen EMEA Je stuurt het volledige inkoopproces aan: van RFI en RFP tot onderhandelingen en contractering. Je werkt aan projecten in Nederland, het Verenigd Koninkrijk en bredere EMEA-regio. Stakeholder- en leveranciersmanagement Je bent de verbindende factor tussen interne afdelingen, externe partners en leveranciers. Je leidt voortgangsmeetings en zorgt voor transparante communicatie en afstemming. Efficiëntie en compliance borgen Je zorgt voor naleving van procurement-processen en compliance-regels, in nauwe samenwerking met het centrale procurementteam. Je streeft continu naar procesverbetering, kostenreductie en optimale Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Data-analyse en marktonderzoek Je verzamelt en analyseert marktdata om sourcingstrategieën te onderbouwen. Je ondersteunt onderhandelingen met sterke, datagedreven inzichten en zorgt voor duurzame leverancierskeuzes.

Head of Construction

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and regulations during fabrication process.Manages and ensures successful execution of relevant Compression Platform Complex Fabrication fabrication project components to meet prioritized objectives (Safety, Quality, Schedule, and others, as appropriate).To supervise and control the activities of the Contractor/Subcontractors related to the Topsides fabrication, Mechanical Completion to ensure that it complies with contractual requirements, project documentation and applicable International Standards.To check the constructability aspects, as well as the compliance to all technical requirements, of the deliverables provided by the Engineering Team Contractor.To review deviations to LNG construction standards for comments with Contractors / Subcontractors input, to deliver a consistent dossier (documents, materials, procured and fabricated items, precom/com dossiers, as built …) for the construction activities.Identify any areas of concern with respect to progress and/or quality and recommend corrective actions as required.Review Contractor’s progress reports and reports for all the activities, highlighting critical problems, drifts and dysfunctions if any.To Liaise with Contractors/Subcontractors for all structure subject, MC, Pre-commissioning and Commissioning to ensure the Contractors/Subcontractors progress follow up and reporting.Bring execution solutions that favour safe construction execution and transition to Commissioning activities.To lead and contribute to Risk Assessments kick off meetings and Pre-Job Meetings, technical meeting etc. as required in accordance with Company's referential.To participate to REX and Lessons Learned for the Company.Responsible for implementation of lessons learned from previous projects with LNG and/or Contractor, as well as capturing and communicating construction lessons learned for the current project.

Construction Superintendent (Scaffolding)

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Demonstrating visible safety leadership and care for people.Act as the Company focal point for Scaffolding matters including approval of related documents submitted by Contractor.Ensures all activities are undertaken in compliance with Company and contractually defined policies, regulations, and standards.Apply contractual awareness protecting the Company position when engaging with Contractors on schedule, technical and cost issues.Ensuring contractors ongoing competency processes and procedures are compliant to Company requirements and Qatar government regulations.Ensuring contractors ongoing competency processes and procedures are compliant to Company requirements and Qatar government regulations.Review and recommend improvements to ways of working, procedures and plans ensuring effective and smooth project execution.Participate in constructability and construction readiness reviews identifying improvement opportunities with contractor team.Undertakes daily walk-through of construction areas, confirming safety standards are maintained.Review, approve and audit as required Contractor's scaffolding plans, procedures, method statement, PTW and task instructions, Attend activity planning and risk assessment meetings.

Construction Advisor

Location: Pinjarra

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 4 years

This 18-month civil construction program involves significant bulk earthworks, the placement of over 5,000m³ of concrete, construction of deep foundations, footings, pedestals, and complex suspended slab structures within a new process plant. Supervise and coordinate multiple civil contractors across a complex construction program Act as the key interface between Contractors, Engineering Service Providers (ESP), and internal project teams Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and relevant legislation Oversee QA/QC procedures, including ITP/ITR implementation and validation Lead hazard and risk assessments and ensure safety compliance is maintained across site Ensure all works are delivered in line with scope, technical specifications, project schedule and budget Monitor and report on contractor progress, resolve on-site issues, and manage scope changes Coordinate permits, approvals, and access with relevant stakeholders including operational and maintenance teams

Construction Division Manager (Utilities)

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Review and approve Construction Execution plans, related procedures, specifications, deliverables and progress reporting prepared by the contractor.Undertake complex tasks and acts as a source of guidance to the team and stakeholders by bring solutions and provide support but not generate “micro-management” or unnecessary works to the team and/or the contractor.Identify problems quickly and determine root cause and develop plan to mitigate or resolve them.Utilize a systematic approach to problems solving that ensures accuracy, timeliness and quality of documentation that supports the resolution.Bring technical and execution solutions that favour a safe, but flawless construction execution and transition to commissioning activities.Organize and drive efforts of the team and stakeholders to achieve Project objectives.Work effectively within established procedures and participates in all important meetings and workshops (e.g., weekly and monthly meetings, 3D Model reviews, Constructability, Traffic and Completion Reviews).Guide construction efforts of 5-10,000 workers during construction activities at site works in a large fully integrated but complex project environment in which the incumbent strives to achieve best in class Safety, Health, Environmental & Security performances by creating a culture that encourages everyone to perform their best every day on every task.Ensure knowledge sharing by capturing and communicating lessons learned to support review teams and future projects.

Structural Construction Lead (Offshore)

Location: .

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: HSEQ

Experience: 5 years

Ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and regulations during fabrication process.Manages and ensures successful execution of CP Topsides structures fabrication project components to meet prioritized objectives (Safety, Quality, Schedule, and others, as appropriate). To supervise and control the activities of the Contractor/Subcontractors related to the Structure fabrication, Mechanical Completion to ensure that it complies with contractual requirements, project documentation and applicable International Standards.To check the constructability aspects, as well as the compliance to all technical requirements, of the deliverables provided by the Engineering Team Contractor.

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Common construction contractor responsibilities

A construction contractor is responsible for performing a range of construction management tasks. Responsibilities may include:

  • Managing and guiding construction project planning and design;

  • Managing the building durable structures according to specifications and plans;

  • Planning and procuring appropriate materials for construction based on specifications;

  • Identifying and resolving any issues arising during building;

  • Managing an effective construction schedule with timing and milestones;

  • Preparing progress reports and appraisal reports;

  • Collaborating with customers, engineers, specialists, and construction workers to build the desired structures;

  • Hiring subcontractors to carry out specific tasks, such as electricity or plumbing installation;

  • Tracking progress and reporting on same;

  • Delivering results in line with agreed construction project timelines and budgets;

  • Delivering construction outputs in compliance with relevant requirements, codes, and certifications, and in line with customer needs and demands;

  • Assuring the safety and security of team members;

  • Engaging regularly with the customers;

  • Traveling to construction sites to observe and manage construction.

Qualifications for construction contractors 

Construction contractors should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar engineering discipline. In some countries, a construction contractor license may also be required.

Additional supporting skills and experience include:

  • 2-5+ years of construction contracting experience;

  • Some experience in areas like carpentry, tiling, plumbing, electricity is needed;

  • Solid understanding of construction materials and methods;

  • Excellent analytical skills;

  • Proven experience in project and team management;

  • Experience with diverse computer software;

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to work easily with customers, engineers, technicians, and other team members.

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