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Power Plant Construction Site Manager Mechanical Trades

  2026-05-01     Jacobs Solutions     Houston,TX  
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Construction Site Manager

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to provide on-site leadership for the mechanical and process trades that support construction of large-scale thermal power generation facilities. This role is central to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality installation of major mechanical and process systems. Working under the direction of the Construction Project Director, this position coordinates multiple subcontractor teams, resolves field challenges, and drives predictable performance across all mechanical and process scopes of work. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge of power plant mechanical systems and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-trade field execution in a fast-paced construction environment.

Location Greenville, South Carolina preferred. However will consider any Jacobs office location nationwide.

Here's what you'll need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience in industrial or power plant mechanical construction.
  • 7+ years of experience overseeing mechanical, piping, or process system construction on thermal power generation or heavy industrial projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of thermal power plant mechanical systems, including rotating equipment, pressure piping, HRSG/boiler components, cooling water systems, fuel gas systems, and emissions control systems.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment specifications, and installation tolerances.
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple mechanical subcontractors and coordinating multi-trade field activities.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical safety practices, QA/QC processes, and applicable codes and standards.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum $170,400.00. Upper $260,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


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