Project Manager

About Us At Kroll Konstruction, we specialize in delivering complex projects with a focus on safety‑first culture, quality, and collaboration. We are committed to the values of service, accountability, and doing whatever it takes to get the job done right. Overview The Project Manager role oversees commercial construction from setup to closeout, ensuring projects meet deadlines, stay within budget, and adhere to the highest safety and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a hands‑on approach to coordinating site activities, managing subcontractors, and upholding compliance with project requirements. Responsibilities Budget & Compliance Oversight Collaborate with Accounting and Senior Leadership to maintain accurate reporting on budget performance and financial forecasts. Develop, manage, and maintain project budgets from pre‑construction through closeout, ensuring all expenditures align with approved costs and contractual limits. Review and approve subcontractor/vendor invoices, change orders, and purchase requests to ensure cost accuracy and adherence to budget limits. Identify and reconcile variances between planned and actual costs, taking prompt corrective action to maintain budget. Ensure project compliance with applicable codes, regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Contract Management Review prime contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders to confirm scope, schedule, and terms are properly executed and communicated. Lead negotiations of subcontractor agreements and change orders in collaboration with Senior Leadership and relevant teams. Monitor and enforce contract compliance, ensuring all parties meet deliverables, insurance requirements, and performance obligations. Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and contract correspondence, ensuring traceability and timely resolution. Oversee project closeout documentation, including warranties, support with lien waivers, and final payment approvals. Scheduling & Project Oversight Develop and maintain the project schedule in coordination with the superintendent, subcontractors, and Owners, ensuring milestones are met. Identify potential delays or resource conflicts and implement mitigation strategies immediately with Senior Leadership to maintain on‑time delivery. Lead weekly coordination meetings with field and office teams to review progress, resolve issues, and forecast upcoming activities. Monitor quality, safety, and performance in collaboration with Operations teams. Ensure all work aligns with project specifications, drawings, and company standards for workmanship and professionalism. Metrics & Reporting Track and report key project metrics, including budget performance, schedule adherence, safety incidents, and quality control findings. Prepare and present regular project status updates to relevant stakeholders. Analyze performance data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements for future projects (Lessons Learned). Maintain accurate documentation within project management platforms (e.g., RedTeam, BIM 360, etc.) to ensure transparency and accountability. Subcontractor Management Conduct pre‑construction and weekly coordination meetings with Owners, Superintendents, and Leadership to align expectations. Foster strong partnerships, escalating performance or contractual issues to Senior Leadership when necessary, to ensure collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Evaluate and oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring quality, safety‑first culture, and schedule compliance. Verify scope completion and assist with the approval of progress billings and retainage release. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience. OSHA 30 certification required; PMP certification preferred. Advanced knowledge of construction contracts and project management practices, and regulatory requirements. 5+ years of demonstrated experience in commercial construction management, preferably with a general contractor, from bid to closeout. Technical & Leadership Skills Proficiency with online project management or scheduling tools (RedTeam, Bluebeam, MS Project). Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to partner cross‑functionally to ensure contract‑aligned scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination. Experience managing design‑build or fast‑track projects. Strong understanding of job cost tracking and forecasting principles. Ability to analyze data, interpret reports, and identify cost or scheduling trends. Leadership style rooted in accountability, collaboration, and safety‑first culture. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work Schedule Field personnel on construction project teams should expect 60‑hour workweeks, with a minimum of 5 days a week and 8 hours per day, including weekends. Travel home is typically every week, but can shift to every third week depending on project needs. During the final month and a half of a project, it’s common to remain on‑site and take extra time off after completion. Physical Requirements Fine motor skills: Regular use of hands for tasks like typing, using a mouse, and handling documents. Repetitive motions: Frequent reaching and arm movements, particularly when using the phone and during meetings. Occasional lifting: The ability to lift up to 25 pounds may be required occasionally, but it’s not a primary job function. Kroll Konstruction Offers 100% company‑paid premium medical, dental, vision, life ($50,000), AD&D ($50,000), and long‑term disability insurance for our employees. 10 Paid Personal Days Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Holidays. Discretionary Performance Bonus: Up to 10% of base salary, contingent upon company profitability and at the company’s sole discretion. Important Details This role requires weekly travel to active job sites, with a minimum expectation of one site visit per week. Additional visits may be necessary based on project needs, incident response, or strategic planning initiatives. Must be able to travel 100% of the time; work location is primarily on the road and at project sites. Supervisory Responsibilities The Project Manager directs project staff and manages subcontractors to ensure effective coordination, strong performance, and adherence to safety and quality expectations. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kroll Konstruction LLC