Construction Manager

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager in Baton Rouge, LA. In this position, you will be responsible for safe, timely, and on-budget delivery of civil projects. This position requires progressive experience in construction management and the effective use of project controls to oversee cost, schedules, and quality. The position involves minimal supervision and offers an opportunity to lead projects, manage contractors, and maintain strong client relationships

• Utilize and ensure adherence to company standards.
• Develop familiarity with project scope, specifications, and design criteria at the onset of a task.
• Oversee and enforce construction safety requirements, with a strong commitment to achieving a zero-accident work environment.
• Manage contractor activities to ensure safety-first planning and execution.
• Collaborate with design leaders to ensure efficient project progress and quality execution of technical and contractual activities across one or more projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while promoting continued partnerships.
• Participate in all project phases, including field construction, design services, subcontracting, and key technical, cost, schedule, and performance decisions.
• Proactively recognize and communicate scope and design changes to project leadership.
• Provide on-site support during project startup to ensure successful execution.
• Coordinate with staff members, discipline leads, and contractors to facilitate smooth project flow and timely completion.
• Review and ensure vendor drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction submittals align with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Monitor contractor resource allocations to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Advise senior engineers on scope or design changes as they arise.
• Coordinate activities to minimize lost time due to problem resolution or lack of direction.

Required Skills

• Proven ability to lead small teams and deliver project commitments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction management, project execution procedures, and project control tools.
• Familiarity with engineering standards, procurement processes, and construction workflows.
• Strong ability to manage client relationships and address complex project situations effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership, with team orientation and the ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and foster professional development within a team.
• Understanding of customer needs and preferences, with the ability to maintain strong relationships in the business community.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage stress, and clearly communicate expectations to team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Science, Building Science, or a related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.
• 3+ years of civil engineering, construction management, or project-related experience.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.