Project Manager I

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role
We are seeking a Construction Project Manager to manage a variety of construction projects (typically up to $5M). This role represents the company with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and internal teams through project development, construction, and warranty. The Project Manager supports and promotes our company culture through effective Leadership, Management, and Accountability (LMA).

What We Offer

At Dean Snyder Construction, you'll find the advantages of a growing Midwest construction company combined with the close-knit culture of a family business. Because we are family and employee-owned, every team member has a direct stake in our success and a voice in helping to shape the future of the company. If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions help drive company success, Dean Snyder Construction offers an environment where you can build both projects and a long-term career.

• Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- & long-term disability)
• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Partially Employee Owned
• Retirement savings (401k) with employer match
• Generous PTO program and 7 paid holidays per year
• Weekly pay
• Employee training programs and opportunities for advancement
• Flexible office schedule
• Investment in employee development and career growth

Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervises Project Engineers and provides direction to job superintendents and field staff as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Account Manager for assigned clients, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Manage projects up to $5M with minimal direction from Senior PM; maintain overall responsibility for project Profit & Loss (P&L).
• Prepare estimates and budgets; support bidding, subcontractor coordination, and materials procurement.
• Develop and maintain master project schedules and ensure milestones, resource allocation and deadlines are met.
• Maintain and manage action items, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Coordinate and lead pre-construction, progress, and site meetings; make periodic site visits to monitor work and resolve field issues.
• Provide project information and technical support to superintendents; assist in problem resolution and client communications.
• Track job costs, review/approve invoices, manage vendor payments, and control expenditures against budget.
• Ensure timely processing of submittals and change orders to avoid schedule delays.
• Enforce company policies and safety regulations on projects; support quality control and compliance efforts.
• Assist with weekly manpower and equipment scheduling in coordination with superintendents.
• Recommend staffing, capital purchases, and improvements to bidding processes and job workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project success and company objectives.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Construction techniques, methods, and applications
• Project management principles and job costing
• Subcontractor scopes and coordination
• OSHA regulations and applicable city/state/federal construction laws
• Equipment utilization and productivity management
• Supervisory skills and ability to gain respect of field personnel
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to inspect job sites for safety and quality compliance
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Approximately 5 years of relevant construction project management experience; developing knowledge of hard-bid contracts.
• Experience managing projects under $5M preferred.

Preferred Certifications (optional)

• OSHA 10/30, PMP or equivalent project management certification, trade-specific certifications, CDL, welding or inspection certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional physical activity: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, driving, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Work may require exposure to outdoor weather, varied temperatures, long hours, and occasional weekend/holiday duties.
• Light work: exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally; up to 10 pounds frequently.

Conditions of Employment

• All offers contingent on successful completion of reference checks, background checks, and pre-employment drug screen.