Construction Manager - Owner Rep.

Job Details
Description
Eichleay is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to serve as the Owner's Representative on a major plant expansion project at a cGMP manufacturing facility near Fresno, California. This is a high-impact, site-based role responsible for overseeing construction execution and ensuring alignment across safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

This position is ideal for a construction professional who thrives in the field, understands how to work effectively with General Contractors, and is comfortable representing the owner's interests in a complex, regulated environment.

This is a fixed-term assignment through approximately August 2027.

Position Overview

As the onsite Owner's Representative, you will act as the primary point of coordination between the owner, contractor, and project team. You will support field execution, monitor contractor performance, and help drive timely decision-making to maintain project progress and achieve key milestones

Compensation, Per Diem, Benefits, & Work Schedule


Key Responsibilities

Serve as the owner's primary onsite representative during construction execution
Oversee field construction activities performed by the General Contractor
Monitor safety, quality, schedule, progress, and contractor performance
Support coordination and resolution of RFIs and submittals to maintain project momentum
Partner with the project team to identify and address risks, constraints, and schedule impacts
Coordinate delivery, storage, and installation of owner-furnished equipment
Work with the owner's scheduler to maintain and track the master schedule
Act as a liaison between engineering, construction, and commissioning teams
Prepare and present project updates and status reports to the client
Qualifications

Required

8+ years of experience in construction management, field execution, or capital project delivery
Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, life sciences, or process facility projects
Proven ability to work effectively with General Contractors in a field-based environment
Working knowledge of construction processes including RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and contractor coordination
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work onsite near Fresno, CA for the duration of the project
Valid driver's license and ability to meet site access requirements
Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred

Experience in cGMP or regulated manufacturing environments
Experience serving as an Owner's Representative
Exposure to commissioning, startup, or turnover activities
Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Why Eichleay

Eichleay brings over 150 years of experience delivering engineering and project management solutions across industries including life sciences, energy, chemicals, and manufacturing.

In this role, you will:

Contribute to a high-visibility plant expansion project
Represent the owner in a critical onsite leadership position
Work on complex industrial and cGMP construction execution
Be part of a team known for long-term client partnerships and technical excellence
Work Environment & Requirements

This role is based at a client site and requires regular interaction in both office and field environments. Candidates must be able to meet site-specific requirements, which may include:

Background screening (employment, education, criminal history, driving record)
Drug and alcohol testing per site and federal requirements
Compliance with client safety and access protocols
Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support individuals in performing essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eichleay is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.