Gotion Inc. · 1 day ago
Associate Construction Director
Manteno, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expGotion Inc. is a global leader in next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, supporting the electrification of transportation and energy systems worldwide. The Associate Construction Director will play a critical leadership role in executing large-scale industrial and manufacturing construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and to safety and quality standards.
BatteryEnergy ManagementManufacturingProduct Research
Responsibilities
Lead and manage construction activities for large-scale manufacturing, utility, infrastructure, and facility projects
Support the Construction Director in executing project strategies, schedules, and budgets for multi-phase developments
Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, EPC firms, and vendor partners to ensure performance, safety, and quality compliance
Ensure alignment between construction, engineering, manufacturing, and commissioning teams
Track construction schedules, milestones, budgets, and change orders; proactively identify and mitigate risks
Review and approve contractor pay applications, cost forecasts, and project reporting
Manage issue escalation, resolution strategies, and corrective action plans
Support contract negotiations, scope definition, and construction sequencing strategies
Enforce site safety programs and OSHA compliance; promote a strong safety-first culture
Ensure all construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations
Maintain quality assurance standards throughout construction and commissioning phases
Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews as required
Serve as a primary liaison between construction teams, internal stakeholders, utilities, and external agencies
Coordinate with permitting authorities, inspectors, and local officials
Communicate progress, risks, and status updates to executive leadership
Support workforce planning and contractor onboarding for ramp-up phases
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive construction leadership experience, preferably in: Manufacturing, Industrial facilities, Energy, EV, battery, semiconductor, or large infrastructure projects
Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-contractor construction projects
Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, cost controls, and contract management
Familiarity with OSHA, building codes, and environmental compliance
Ability to work onsite in Manteno, IL
Preferred
Experience supporting giga-factory, EV, or advanced manufacturing builds
Experience working with EPC firms and international stakeholders
PMP, CCM, PE, or similar professional certifications
Experience with fast-track or design-build project environments
Company
Gotion Inc.
Gotion, Inc. is based in Silicon Valley in California, with R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan, Singapore and Europe.
51-200 employees
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