Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Job Description

The Construction Project Manager leads large, complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role combines strategic planning, advanced estimating, and hands-on project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality. The position requires strong financial acumen, proactive leadership, and excellent communication skills to effectively manage internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders on high-impact construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Oversee and participate in preconstruction services, including advanced estimating, budgeting, and planning activities for projects valued at $20M+.
• Manage all phases of construction project management, including scheduling, procurement, change management, risk management, and cost control.
• Coordinate and lead multi-disciplinary project teams, including internal staff, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure cohesive execution of project plans.
• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using construction scheduling software, proactively identifying and resolving potential delays.
• Prepare, review, and manage change orders, ensuring accurate documentation, pricing, and communication with all stakeholders.
• Apply working knowledge of construction law, contracts, and standard business practices to manage contractual obligations and mitigate project risk.
• Maintain strong financial oversight of projects, including budget tracking, cost forecasting, and reporting on project financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and standards, interpreting and applying them appropriately throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a strong customer service mindset by maintaining clear, professional communication with clients, design teams, and project partners.
• Promote and support a safe work environment on all project sites, aligning with safety standards and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports and documentation using Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and related construction technologies.
• Travel to project sites as needed to oversee project progress, resolve issues, and support on-site teams.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management or related roles.
• At least 8 years of experience managing large, complex construction projects valued at $20M or more.
• Demonstrated expertise in preconstruction services and advanced estimating for commercial construction projects.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams on complex construction work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of construction law, contracts, and standard business practices.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for reporting, documentation, and communication.
• Proficiency with construction scheduling software for planning and monitoring project timelines.
• Experience using Bluebeam for document review, markup, and coordination.
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management technologies for project tracking and collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to interpret and apply internal policies and procedures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for project assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive experience working with commercial construction projects for general contractors.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets, cost forecasts, and project financial performance.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and proactive decision-making.
• High level of professionalism and accountability in delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Work Environment

This role oerates within a people-first, performance-driven environment that emphasizes trust in your expertise and provides real ownership over high-impact construction projects. You will work closely with strong, collaborative teams and supportive leadership that values initiative and sound judgment. The position involves a combination of office-based work using technologies such as Microsoft Office, scheduling software, Bluebeam, and Procore, as well as regular visits to active construction sites. Travel to project locations is required to oversee progress, support teams, and maintain close contact with field operations. The overall culture focuses on meaningful work, professional growth, and delivering successful outcomes on complex commercial construction projects.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

The pay range for this position is $67.00 - $73.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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