Residential construction Jobs in Lincoln, NE

The Worksphere is a strategic recruitment and staffing partner dedicated to building high-performing teams across Technology, Healthcare, Finance, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Business Support.

About Client

Our client is a growing Nebraska-based multi-trade contractor specializing in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across commercial construction, residential construction, and service operations. With a strong reputation in the market and an expanding commercial construction division generating approximately $25M–$30M in annual revenue, the company is investing heavily in leadership, operational excellence, and scalable growth. Backed by experienced project managers, estimators, field leaders, and support staff, the organization is focused on building a stronger, more unified operation for the next stage of expansion.

Job Summary

The Senior Commercial Construction Manager will lead the company’s commercial construction department and oversee the performance, profitability, execution, and accountability of commercial plumbing, HVAC, and electrical projects. This senior leadership role is responsible for managing and developing a team of project managers and estimators while driving operational consistency, financial performance, manpower planning, and customer satisfaction across the department. The ideal candidate is an experienced commercial construction leader who can manage through people, improve project execution, strengthen accountability, and help scale operations while maintaining strong margins, communication, and client relationships.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ranging from $130,000–$165,000 annually

• Performance-based bonus opportunity of $25,000–$60,000+

• Target total compensation package of $160,000–$210,000+

• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

• Fuel card or mileage reimbursement

• Comprehensive medical insurance with company-paid employee contribution support

• Dental and vision insurance options

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match after one year of employment

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave

• Cell phone, technology allowance, and long-term career growth opportunities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial construction department across plumbing, HVAC, and electrical projects

• Manage, coach, mentor, and hold accountable project managers and estimators

• Drive department profitability, forecasting accuracy, manpower planning, and project execution

• Review job cost reports, labor productivity, billing status, WIP reports, and project forecasts

• Identify project risks and underperforming jobs early while implementing corrective action plans

• Support estimating efforts through bid reviews, labor analysis, scope evaluation, and turnover planning

• Ensure awarded projects have strong startup, procurement, manpower, billing, and closeout plans

• Improve change order tracking, documentation standards, pricing discipline, and approval processes

• Collaborate with field leadership to improve communication, production efficiency, and workforce utilization

• Represent the company professionally with customers, vendors, general contractors, design teams, and project stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial construction experience preferred

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing project managers, estimators, or field leaders preferred

• Strong background in commercial construction project management or operations leadership

• Experience working within plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or multi-trade subcontracting environments

• Strong understanding of job costing, labor productivity, forecasting, billing, and project financials

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, schedules, and scope documents

• Proven ability to lead teams, enforce accountability, and improve operational performance

• Excellent communication, conflict-resolution, and relationship-building skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Proficiency with construction management and project tracking software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, ServiceTitan, or similar platforms

Benefits

• Health insurance available beginning the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

• Company pays 80% of employee health insurance premiums

• Dental and vision insurance available for employees and dependents

• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan for medical and dependent care expenses

• Critical illness insurance coverage

• Long-term care insurance with life insurance benefits

• Paid holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up to 4%

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.