Major Projects Construction Project Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Major Projects Construction Project Manager based in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex commercial construction projects across the U.S. from planning and mobilization through execution and closeout. You will oversee schedules, budgets, subcontractors, quality, safety, compliance, procurement, and contractual commitments while ensuring projects deliver strong operational and financial results. The position combines hands-on project leadership with strategic customer relationship management. You will work closely with owners, subcontractors, architects, engineers, finance teams, and internal stakeholders to solve issues and keep projects moving. Regular site visits and stakeholder meetings provide direct visibility into project progress and challenges. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys solving complex project problems.

Accountabilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations for major construction projects across assigned U.S. markets, overseeing design, staffing, compliance, scheduling, resources, and contractual commitments.
• Monitor project schedules, safety, administration, profitability, procurement, equipment, material availability, and quality of work, taking corrective action when required.
• Identify and resolve client maintenance, procedural, financial, subcontractor, manpower, constructability, technical, legal, liability, and risk-related issues.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with owners, subcontractors, architects, engineering firms, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare and review project administration documentation, including project approaches, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, purchase orders, contractual notices, and change order requests.
• Review and coordinate owner and subcontractor change orders, including AIA documentation and corresponding budget revisions.
• Visit active job sites and participate in subcontractor progress meetings to maintain an accurate understanding of project status, risks, and operational challenges.
• Coordinate project mobilization, demobilization, equipment requirements, and related financial administration.
• Build and maintain strategic customer relationships, traveling as needed to meet stakeholders, address concerns, and develop project improvements.
• Proactively prevent and resolve customer issues with a strong sense of urgency, escalating matters appropriately when necessary.
• Prepare and deliver monthly project updates, client communications, reports, and presentations to key stakeholders.
• Support a positive, collaborative team environment while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to financial, legal, ethical, and organizational policies.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and additional operational initiatives as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent education and relevant professional experience may also be considered.
• At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably involving commercial construction projects such as retail branches, banks, or retail facilities.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction estimating, means and methods, accounting, project administration, and industry practices.
• Familiarity with LEED certification requirements and sustainable construction practices.
• Demonstrated ability to break complex projects into construction trade packages and develop comprehensive project schedules.
• Experience with project management software and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced problem-solving, negotiation, prioritization, teamwork, relationship management, and process-oriented skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical abilities and a pragmatic approach to identifying risks, evaluating alternatives, and developing practical solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, budgets, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• High learning agility, organizational awareness, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic project environment.
• Strong customer-service orientation and the ability to build trusted, sustainable relationships with key clients.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites and stakeholder meetings as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid federal and floating holidays.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.
• Remote work arrangement.
• Access to the tools and resources needed to succeed in the role.
• Opportunity to work on major commercial construction projects across the United States.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment focused on developing and retaining talented professionals.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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