Construction Manager Power Generation (Mechanical & Turbine)

  • SNC-Lavalin
  • Tempe, Arizona
  • Full Time

Why join us?

We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead and oversee large-scale electrical generation projects, with a strong emphasis on mechanical systems and turbine installations (steam, gas, wind, and simple cycle). The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in mechanical processes, turbine technologies, and construction management practices within the power generation industry. This role is responsible for managing construction activities from pre-construction planning through execution, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

About Us

AtkinsRealis is one of the worlds most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRealis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRealis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

  • Lead and manage all onsite construction activities for electrical generation projects.
  • Coordinate mechanical and turbine installation processes, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, subcontractors, vendors, to align project goals and timelines.
  • Develop and manage detailed construction schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Oversee site safety programs and enforce company and regulatory safety standards.
  • Conduct site inspections to monitor progress, quality control, and compliance.
  • Resolve technical and operational issues on-site with proactive solutions.
  • Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Manage procurement processes for mechanical and turbine-related materials and equipment.
  • Lead commissioning and start-up activities related to mechanical and turbine systems.

What will you contribute?

  • Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 10+ years of construction management experience in electrical generation projects, with a strong focus on mechanical systems and turbine installations.
  • Proven experience managing complex power generation projects such as combined cycle, simple cycle, gas turbine, or geothermal facilities.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, turbine operations, and installation techniques.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in construction scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
  • In-depth understanding of construction safety standards and regulations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and teams in fast-paced environments.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License or Construction Management Certification.
  • Previous work experience in Gas & Turbine energy generation projects.
  • OSHA 30 Certification.

What we offer at AtkinsRealis:

AtkinsRealis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.

Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life. We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRealis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Group Insurance
  • PTO plus two Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals.
  • A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

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Expected compensation range is between $136,913 159,734 annually depending on skills, experience.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRealis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRealis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular

At AtkinsRealis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Job ID: 488096806
Originally Posted on: 8/4/2025

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