Gotion is seeking a Construction Manager to become part of our Facilities Engineering team in Michigan. Our U.S. based battery facilities are the foundation of our rapidly growing infrastructure. The establishment of new regions in the US, Europe, and Asia are important next steps in the evolution of Gotion’s infrastructure expansion. The role will perform technical work as an Individual Contributor in support of greenfield new battery manufacturing sites and multiple regions under construction. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert in the electrical engineering field, preferably with experience in the design, construction, commissioning, and/or operation of battery manufacturing facilities. They will also be able to drive global standardization initiatives, streamline existing technical processes, and function in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment. Facilities Engineering, Construction Manager Responsibilities: • Ensure general contractor complies with Environmental, Safety, and Health policies. • Supervise construction of Gotion projects on-site and provide quality assurance that completed work is in compliance with the plans and specifications. • Maintain accurate daily records of work accomplished, personnel onsite, weather conditions and other essential details. • Act as point of contact and coordinate directly with the general contractor. • Monitor progress against accepted construction schedule, review the general contractor’s progress reports, assess the progress and inform all stakeholders. • Discuss deviations from specified construction materials and procedures with project engineer. • Mark up drawings to as-built conditions and submit these for review and updating. • Participate in construction inspections, final inspections, and contract close-out activities. • Conduct regular progress meetings with the general contractor and appropriate personnel. • Prepare sketches, site specific specifications, contract documents and independent cost estimates as needed to support change proposals. • Perform project management related tasks and communication (including operational risk management plans, safety plans, sequence of work and cutover plans) • Coordinate and review work permits required for potential hazards such as lead and asbestos that may be encountered during construction. • Review contractor shop drawings and construction submittals and provide input to engineering staff. • Track, reconcile and coordinate closure of acceptance punchlist. • Other duties as assigned. Construction Manager Minimum Qualifications • A bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience in commercial, industrial or government facilities construction/maintenance • Experience with construction methods, plans and specifications, building materials, national consensus codes, and quality management. • Ability to tactfully coordinate with a variety of project stakeholders, peers and management levels. • Working knowledge of office productivity software such as MS Project, P6, MS Word and MS Excel • May occasionally be required to work an alternate schedule such as nights/weekends to meet the needs of the construction project. • Must be able to pass drug screening. • Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs such as those found in Air Traffic Control towers. • May be exposed to challenging environmental conditions such as remote locations, sun, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, and confined spaces. • May occasionally be required to wear fall protection systems to access work area. • Job requires bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and working in unusual positions requiring full body mobility. • Must be able to lift/carry 25 pounds. • U.S. Citizenship required. • Driver’s license issued in the U.S. required. • Mastery of the English language and ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. • Bi-lingual Mandarin speaking is a plus. Construction Manager Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, or construction management • Experience with AutoCAD or Revit • Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Premivara P6 • Experience with Primavera or Microsoft Project • Prior construction supervisory experience Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to resumes@mwwc.org.
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Big Rapids, MI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 masonry workers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010, and projects little to no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Big Rapids earn an average of $332.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $67,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and local organizations help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with stable and competitive earning potential.
