Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized, financially capable, and detail-oriented Project Manager to guide multiple construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This role requires consistent follow-through, sound financial judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities without becoming disorganized or losing track of details. The Project Manager must also be comfortable communicating difficult information and keeping clients informed, even when the news is not ideal or a complete answer is still being developed.

The Project Manager reports to the Director of Operations and works collaboratively with Project Supervisors, the Project Manager Assistant, estimators, designers, subcontractors, vendors, and support staff.

Key Responsibilities

Project and Workflow Management

• Maintain overall accountability for project planning, financial performance, documentation, client communication, and coordination from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project plans outlining budgets, project calendars, resources, deliverables, and key responsibilities.
• Manage the financial, administrative, and planning details of multiple projects.
• Establish and follow detailed, repeatable workflows for each phase of a project.
• Track deadlines, decisions, selections, approvals, and outstanding items through completion.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and consistent follow-through.
• Keep project information accurate and current in Buildertrend.
• Anticipate potential issues and address or escalate them promptly.
• Work closely with the Project Manager Assistant, providing direction and support while coordinating project records, deadlines, and follow-up.
• Ensure commitments are completed and communication loops are closed.

Financial Management

• Monitor project budgets, committed costs, allowances, contingencies, change orders, billing, cash flow, and profitability.
• Review estimates, purchase orders, subcontractor proposals, invoices, and change orders for accuracy.
• Identify financial discrepancies and potential cost overruns promptly.
• Ensure scope changes are documented, priced, approved, and communicated before work proceeds.
• Provide clients and internal team members with clear and accurate financial information.
• Participate in regular project and financial reviews with the Director of Operations.

Project Calendar and Coordination

• Develop and maintain detailed project calendars in collaboration with the project team.
• Coordinate project resources, deliverables, procurement, client decisions, and outside professionals.
• Identify timing risks and potential delays before they become larger problems.
• Communicate changes to the project calendar promptly and clearly.
• Coordinate recovery plans when projects fall behind.
• Ensure responsible parties understand upcoming deadlines and required actions.

Client Communication and Advocacy

• Provide clients with reliable updates regarding budgets, billing, scope changes, project calendars, decisions, and next steps.
• Communicate difficult news, delays, and cost concerns clearly and professionally.
• Respond promptly when a complete answer is not yet available and follow through once the necessary information is obtained.
• Ensure clients have the information needed to make informed decisions about their projects.
• Document important client conversations, decisions, and approvals.
• Maintain trust through transparency, reliability, and consistent follow-through.
• Advocate for the client while protecting the company's contractual obligations, financial interests, and quality standards.

Procurement and Contract Administration

• Coordinate procurement activities to support project calendars and budgets.
• Review bids, proposals, contracts, purchase orders, and other project documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Confirm that project scope, costs, responsibilities, and deadlines are clearly documented.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and other outside professionals as needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete contract and procurement records.

Project Quality and Compliance

• Keep project scope, budget, project calendar, documentation, and quality expectations aligned.
• Review construction methods, building systems, and material specifications to ensure they meet project requirements and company quality standards.
• Ensure project participants understand and follow established quality standards.
• Address missed commitments, quality concerns, and communication breakdowns directly and professionally.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, and regulatory requirements with the appropriate project team members.
• Report significant risks and unresolved issues to the Argent Director of Operations.
• Support an organized project closeout, including final documentation, outstanding items, and client communication.

Client Relationships and Business Development

• Build and maintain positive client relationships throughout the project.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for additional work or future projects.
• Support referral opportunities by providing a professional and reliable client experience.
• Represent the company professionally in interactions with clients, project partners, and the community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in construction management, business, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Five or more years of project management experience; construction project management experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational, financial, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Comfort communicating difficult information and addressing problems directly.
• Proficiency with project management software or the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Working knowledge of construction systems, including mechanical, electrical, foundation, and building envelope systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and construction plans.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Buildertrend or similar project management software.
• PMP, CCM, or another relevant certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely navigate active construction sites during site visits, including stairs and uneven terrain, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work temporarily in varying weather conditions and around typical construction-site noise, dust, and activity.

Position Details

• Reports to: Director of Operations
• Location: Primarily office-based in Asheville, North Carolina, with some travel to project sites throughout the region
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional flexibility based on project needs

What We Offer

• Bonus pay
• 3% SIMPLE IRA match
• $400 monthly HRA reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays