Senior Construction Manager I, Texas

ICON is seeking a Senior Construction Manager I to lead field construction for residential and other project types across Austin and Texas. This role oversees all aspects of on-site execution-ensuring work is safe, efficient, code-compliant, and aligned with ICON's standards and 3D-printing technologies. The Senior Construction Manager directs day-to-day field operations, manages superintendents and subcontractors, drives schedule and budget performance, and ensures seamless coordination between design, estimating, print operations, and project management teams. This role is based on site on our Austin, TX HQ Campus with frequent travel to field sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide constructability input throughout design, from Schematic Design through Construction Documents.
• Advise design teams on materials, methods, and logistics to improve speed, cost, and safety
• Coordinate with Estimating, Project Managers, Print Operations, and ICON leadership to align on schedule, logistics, and cost impacts on residential and commercial construction projects
• Develop and manage the construction master schedule and integrate phasing, sequencing, and logistics.
• Lead the RFP process with the PM, including bid package development, scope definition, trade qualification, pre-bid meetings, bidder Q&A, leveling, and buyout recommendations.
• Prepare detailed site logistics plans including access, laydown, utilities, deliveries, equipment, and safety areas
• Manage overall field execution, tracking schedule, cost, manpower, and performance
• Oversee superintendents and trade partners; ensure consistent expectations for safety, quality, and production
• Lead field QA/QC and safety programs; maintain inspections, audits, testing records, and corrective actions
• Ensure alignment between design intent and field implementation; coordinate closely with the Project Engineer
• Prepare monthly prime contract pay applications and coordinate with PM and accounting
• Ensure design revisions, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and field directives are well coordinated through construction execution
• Document progress through daily reports, photos, logs, and communication summaries
• Support budget tracking, cost-to-complete forecasting, and progress billing validation
• Provide recurring status updates and risk mitigation summaries to leadership
• Coordinate with ICON Print Operations to safely integrate 3D printing, including printer mobilization and site utilities
• Ensure proper implementation of innovative construction systems in compliance with codes and design intent
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7+ years of field construction management experience (residential or community development)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and permitting
• Proven history of on-time, on-budget project delivery
• Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Smartsheet, P6, etc.)
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Willingness to travel across Texas as needed
  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience with innovative construction technologies (3D printing, prefab, modular)
• Experience with large-scale residential or community projects
  
  

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).

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