Construction Manager
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: New Brighton, PA 15066
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Job details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.
Reference number
2025-151191
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management
Job title
Construction Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world
The Construction Manager is responsible for supporting the design and construction of test cell and civil works portions of equipment projects, building design and equipment interfaces during sales campaigns and throughout project delivery. The Construction Manager will contribute to team efforts by assisting with weekly coordination meetings, monthly safety meetings, and design review meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with defining scope
Assist with producing request for quote (RFQ) integrating all technical & quality specifications.
Assist with design charrettes and design review meetings.
Liaise with local architect/engineer(s) during design development.
Support management of construction services through the review of subcontractor deliverables, requests for information, and construction documentation.
Conduct facility and equipment inspections.
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.
Perform facility inspections and make recommendations for upgrades under close supervision.
Support after-hour phone calls and meetings as required.
Understand all aspects of the general contract, including each subcontract, the contract drawings, specifications and addenda.
Examine the contract drawings, specifications and addenda for design deficiencies, impractical details and possible code violations, and propose solutions to correct them.
Ensure a current time program (schedule) is maintained and adhered to during construction and take appropriate action if the program schedule is not followed.
Review and scrutinize of contractor change requests.
Support Quoting team by providing estimations of labor
Support Supply Chain and Quoting teams by writing scope of work documents related to test cell construction.
Other duties as assigned.
Travel specifictity
Must have the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of working time.
Additional description
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Safran Test Cells offers a competitive medical plan with HMO and PPO options, as well as Vision coverage, Short-Term and Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Vacation and Sick Leave: First-year employees earn 15 days of vacation, 10 days of sick leave, and 2 personal days.
Hybrid Work Schedule: Safran Test Cells offers a hybrid work schedule
Safran Shareholding Plan: Employees have the opportunity to participate in the Safran Shareholding plan, which allows them to become shareholders and benefit from the company's growth.
Candidate skills & requirements
Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions where clarification is needed.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.
Self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the firm.
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office programs to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of modern materials, methods, and techniques of design,
construction of structures and facilities.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of construction standards, codes, and regulations.
Ability to determine compliance of structures/equipment to specifications.
Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that".
Annual salary
100,000-110,000
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
City (-ies)
651 Campus Drive, New Brighton, MN 55112
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.
Reference number
2025-151191
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Continuous improvement - Performance improvment management
Job title
Construction Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world
The Construction Manager is responsible for supporting the design and construction of test cell and civil works portions of equipment projects, building design and equipment interfaces during sales campaigns and throughout project delivery. The Construction Manager will contribute to team efforts by assisting with weekly coordination meetings, monthly safety meetings, and design review meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with defining scope
Assist with producing request for quote (RFQ) integrating all technical & quality specifications.
Assist with design charrettes and design review meetings.
Liaise with local architect/engineer(s) during design development.
Support management of construction services through the review of subcontractor deliverables, requests for information, and construction documentation.
Conduct facility and equipment inspections.
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.
Perform facility inspections and make recommendations for upgrades under close supervision.
Support after-hour phone calls and meetings as required.
Understand all aspects of the general contract, including each subcontract, the contract drawings, specifications and addenda.
Examine the contract drawings, specifications and addenda for design deficiencies, impractical details and possible code violations, and propose solutions to correct them.
Ensure a current time program (schedule) is maintained and adhered to during construction and take appropriate action if the program schedule is not followed.
Review and scrutinize of contractor change requests.
Support Quoting team by providing estimations of labor
Support Supply Chain and Quoting teams by writing scope of work documents related to test cell construction.
Other duties as assigned.
Travel specifictity
Must have the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of working time.
Additional description
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Safran Test Cells offers a competitive medical plan with HMO and PPO options, as well as Vision coverage, Short-Term and Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Vacation and Sick Leave: First-year employees earn 15 days of vacation, 10 days of sick leave, and 2 personal days.
Hybrid Work Schedule: Safran Test Cells offers a hybrid work schedule
Safran Shareholding Plan: Employees have the opportunity to participate in the Safran Shareholding plan, which allows them to become shareholders and benefit from the company's growth.
Candidate skills & requirements
Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions where clarification is needed.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.
Self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the firm.
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office programs to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of modern materials, methods, and techniques of design,
construction of structures and facilities.
Demonstrated basic knowledge of construction standards, codes, and regulations.
Ability to determine compliance of structures/equipment to specifications.
Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that".
Annual salary
100,000-110,000
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
City (-ies)
651 Campus Drive, New Brighton, MN 55112
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 3 years