Job Description
About Niron
Niron Magnetics is commercializing the first new magnetic material in decades powered by its breakthrough material formulation and advanced manufacturing process. The company’s proprietary magnet technology based on Iron Nitride enables magnets that are inherently high magnetization, free of rare earths and other critical materials, and solve supply chain reliability challenges, will drive innovation in various industries. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Niron Magnetics is comprised of a team of professionals with a desire to make a positive impact on the global community. We were named one of “America's Top GreenTech Companies” for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine and the “Innovation of the Year” at the 2025 mHUB Fourth Revolution Awards.
Our team is made up of people who think big, dare to innovate, and strive to impact the planet through technological innovation for our customers. Ready to work alongside amazing people, solve complex problems, and leave a legacy? Join our team.
About the role
TheSeniorConstruction Managerwill lead theon-site construction management of the company’s first greenfield manufacturing plant for magnet production, directing the day-to-day management of construction safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and contractor performance from site mobilization through mechanical completion and turnover to commissioning.
This is a highly visible role requiring exceptional organizational discipline, technical judgment, and the ability to manage complexity across multiple external partners, including EPC firms and specialized vendors. TheConstruction Manager will serve as the on-site accountable owner forconstructionexecution, embedded on site for the duration of the build and reporting progress, risks, and schedule performance into the capitalprogramleadership.
What you'll do
ConstructionLeadership & Delivery
- Ownconstruction-phase delivery from site mobilization through mechanical completion and turnover to commissioning
- Lead and motivate the site team in the day-to-day management of construction safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and subcontractor performance
- Deliver theconstruction scopeon time and withintheapproved capitalbudget
- Act as the company's accountable owner's representative for allconstructionactivities on site
- Promote and manage the safety and health performance of the site team and subcontractors, adhering to all applicable safety programs, training, and policies
- Maintain a rigorous schedule management process with clear critical path visibility and proactive response to delays
- Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department asrequired
EPC & Vendor Management
- Serve astheprimaryon-sitepoint of contact fortheEPC firm(s),operatingtwo-in-the-box withtheEPC'sSite Manager during construction
- Managethe on-site activities of construction subcontractors and equipment vendors, including field installation, testing, and service work
- Partner with Procurement to ensure EPC and vendors meet contractual obligations related to scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and performance
- Manage prime contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing, and verify that project insurance, bonding, and licensures are in place per project requirements
- Execute downstream contract administration,including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes,change orders, andclaims mitigation, andenforce accountability across the contractor ecosystem
- Review, negotiate, approve, and execute subcontracts and change orders, and lead the downstream RFP and bid process, including prequalifying, evaluating, and selecting subcontractors and suppliers
Constructability & Design Interface
- Represent construction in design reviews, driving constructability, sequencing, and field-installation input into engineering deliverables
- Manage implementation of drawing releases, specifications, and design changes in the field
- Ensure field changes are captured, documented, and fed back into design and as-built records
Construction & Site Execution
- Oversee site preparation, civil works, building construction, and installation of process equipment
- Ensure adherence to safety, environmental,permitting,and regulatory requirements
- Implement robust construction management, reporting, and quality control systems, including work breakdown structures and field progress tracking
- Establish and oversee the project non-conformance reporting process
- Develop and execute site mobilization,logistics, and laydown plans
- Oversee materials receiving and management, including inventory control, storage, and transportation of goods
- Lead issue resolution in real time to keep construction moving
- Verify subcontractor and contractor compliance with contract documents, safety, quality, and schedule requirements
Commissioning & Operational Readiness
- Drive mechanical completion,punch-list closeout, andsystem turnover packages to support commissioning
- Partner with the internal commissioning team to sequence construction completion around commissioning, startup, and performance testing priorities
- Ensure construction handover documentation, including as-builts, test records, and vendor turnover packages, is complete and organized
Startup Environment Leadership
- Create structure, discipline, and transparency where processes are still being defined
- Communicate clearly and regularly with executive leadership, investors, vendors, and key stakeholders
- Manage community and building trades relationships, and lead the development of project labor agreements asrequired
- Anticipate risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies in a novel, first-plant environment
- Provide mentorship and training to less experienced construction staff, and coordinate employee relations matters with Human Resources
You might be a great fit if you have:
Experience
- Experience leadingconstruction oflarge-scale industrial or manufacturing capital projects
- Proven success delivering greenfield plants or major facility expansions
- Significant experiencemanaging EPC firms on complex construction projects
- Experience coordinating multiplecontractors,vendors, and specializedequipment installations in the field
- Demonstrated accountability for capital budgets typically in the hundreds of millions
Skills & Capabilities
- Exceptional organizational and project execution skills
- Strong understanding ofconstruction means and methods, contract administration, and manufacturing operations
- Ability to manage ambiguity and make decisions with incomplete information
- Comfortable operating as the source of truth for project delivery
- Strong contract management, negotiation, and commercial acumen
- Excellent communication skills across technical, executive, and external audiences
Leadership & Mindset
- Ownership mentality with a bias toward action and results
- Comfortable building structure and processes from scratch
- Calm and decisive under pressure
- Collaborative but firm in holding partners accountable
- Passion for building something new and meaningful
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with advanced materials, magnets, metals, or chemical/process manufacturing
- Prior startup or first-plant experience
- Background in commissioning and operational ramp-up
- PMP or similar certification
Our pay and benefits:
- Salary: $135,000 - $195,000 annually, depending on education, experience and skills
- Equity position in Niron via stock option grant
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental healthcare benefits
- 401k plan with 6% company match
- Paid time off to take time for what you need in life
- Experience in a fun, high-performing, manufacturing environment set to change the world
Recruiters and Employment Agencies: Please note that Niron Magnetics does not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our career site, hiring managers, or employees will be considered the property of Niron Magnetics. Consequently, we reserve the right to hire these candidates at our discretion without any financial obligation to the submitting agency.
