Construction Manager

Position Overview

Club Med is seeking a hands-on Construction Manager to support the execution of a major resort redevelopment project in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

This is a site-based position for a construction professional with solid field experience who is ready to take on greater responsibilities in construction management.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Construction, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure that construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

The position offers the opportunity to grow within Club Med's international construction organization, with potential assignments on future projects across North America and the Caribbean.

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Supervision & Construction Coordination

• Maintain a full-time presence on the construction site.
• Monitor daily construction activities, progress, manpower, and site organization.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Identify construction issues, potential delays, and coordination conflicts.
• Verify that work is performed according to approved drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Participate in site inspections, coordination meetings, and progress reviews.
• Monitor corrective actions and follow up on outstanding issues.

2. Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• Assist in monitoring the overall construction schedule and project milestones.
• Review contractor look-ahead schedules and weekly work plans.
• Identify delays and potential impacts on project completion.
• Track construction progress against planned activities.
• Prepare regular site progress reports, including photographs and key observations.
• Support recovery plans and coordination of corrective measures.

3. Cost Control & Contract Administration

• Assist in monitoring project budgets, commitments, and construction expenditures.
• Review contractor progress claims and verify quantities and completed work.
• Support the review of change orders, RFIs, and construction variations.
• Track potential additional costs and contractual issues.
• Maintain project cost and commitment tracking records.
• Support procurement follow-up and material delivery coordination.

4. Quality Control & Technical Coordination

• Monitor construction quality and compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and technical consultants to resolve site issues.
• Follow up on inspections, testing, punch lists, and corrective work.
• Verify installation quality, particularly for architectural finishes, waterproofing, MEP systems, and guestroom renovations.
• Assist in identifying constructability issues and proposing practical solutions.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare concise daily and weekly site reports.
• Maintain photographic records of construction progress.
• Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, inspections, and outstanding issues.
• Update action lists and follow up on contractor commitments.
• Communicate critical issues promptly to the Director of Construction.
• Support document control, handover documentation, and project closeout.

6. Safety & Site Compliance

• Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements.
• Identify unsafe conditions and escalate concerns immediately.
• Participate in site safety meetings and inspections.
• Support compliance with applicable construction regulations and project procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in construction, including significant hands-on field experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or project coordination role, such as Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, Assistant Superintendent, Field Supervisor, or similar.
• Experience working with general contractors, subcontractors, or construction management teams.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, methods, and sequencing.
• Practical knowledge of construction scheduling, quality control, RFIs, change orders, and procurement.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades on active construction sites.
• Professional proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and U.S. Virgin Islands without employer sponsorship.
• Must be willing to relocate to and work full-time on-site in St. Croix, USVI, for the duration of the assignment.
• Willingness to travel or relocate for future Club Med projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, resort construction, hotel renovations, or high-end residential projects.
• Experience with both renovation and new construction.
• Background in MEP, architectural finishes, or general building construction.
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar tools.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience in Florida, the Caribbean, or other coastal construction environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline is preferred; equivalent field experience will be considered.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a practical, proactive, and technically capable construction professional who:

• Enjoys being physically present on construction sites rather than working primarily from an office.
• Can independently identify problems and follow through on corrective actions.
• Is comfortable communicating with field crews, contractors, engineers, and senior management.
• Understands the importance of cost, schedule, quality, and contractual compliance.
• Can work independently while maintaining clear communication with the Director of Construction.
• Is motivated to grow into a Senior Construction Manager or Project Manager role within an international organization.

Compensation & Career Development

• Site accommodation, transportation, and travel arrangements to be defined according to company policy and assignment conditions.
• Opportunity for professional development and increased responsibilities.
• Potential involvement in future Club Med construction projects throughout North America and the Caribbean.

Work Location: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands – 100% On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Level: Intermediate-Level Construction Management