Construction Manager

Job Title

Job Description

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

Position Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading all site-based installation activities for large-scale baggage handling and automated material handling system projects. This role oversees project execution, safety, budget performance, quality, customer relationships, subcontractor management, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery. The Construction Manager serves as the primary site leader and is responsible for proactively resolving technical, logistical, contractual, and organizational challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the site-based execution of complex projects ranging from $50M to $100M, including installation, commissioning, integration, and final project delivery.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, schedules, quality standards, and site-related costs while identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Direct customer, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships, handling contract issues, non-conformities, change management, and site-related challenges.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site safety programs while ensuring compliance with Vanderlande processes, HSE requirements, and project execution standards.

Qualifications / Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex industrial, automation, construction, or material handling projects.
• Proven experience managing large-scale installations with a high degree of automation and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong understanding of contract management, risk mitigation, project financials, and claim avoidance practices.
• Valid driver's license, valid passport, and ability to obtain all required project security clearances.

Required Competencies

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and align high-performing project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, strategic, and decision-making abilities with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Demonstrated expertise in resource planning, site organization, safety management, and customer relationship management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Previous experience within the material handling, baggage handling, or warehouse automation industry.
• OSHA certification or equivalent safety training credentials.
• Experience working on highly complex airport, logistics, distribution, or automation projects.

Compensation

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The annual salary range for this position is $135,300-$150,000. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. The annual performance bonus program is predetermined and not candidate-dependent.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead some of the largest and most complex automation projects in North America.
• Career growth opportunities within a global leader in logistics process automation.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative, innovative culture focused on safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Additional Information

• Full-time, exempt position.
• Responsible for overall site leadership, project execution, and customer satisfaction.
• Domestic travel requirement of approximately 80%-90%.
• Ability to mobilize and lead multidisciplinary project teams across multiple project phases.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and general movement throughout active construction and installation sites.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to construction environments, equipment installation activities, and varying site conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, conduct field inspections, and perform site oversight duties while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

EEOC Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.