Project Manager

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and successful completion of commercial and industrial construction projects. This position works closely with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, field superintendents, project coordinators, and our Construction leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the expected quality standards.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for the project and is responsible for keeping the job moving from contract award through final completion and closeout.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and milestones.
• Establish project budgets and monitor costs throughout the project.
• Manage project changes, including pricing, documentation, and approvals.
• Track project progress and identify potential problems before they become major issues.
• Coordinate work between Construction personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, owners, architects, and engineers.
• Conduct and participate in project meetings.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Review and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices and pay applications.
• Manage project closeout, punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.

Field Coordination

• Work closely with the Superintendent and field team to coordinate day-to-day construction activities.
• Provide the field team with the information and resources needed to keep the project moving.
• Help resolve field conflicts, design issues, material delays, and other construction challenges.
• Make regular jobsite visits and maintain awareness of project progress and conditions.
• Support Client's commitment to a safe and organized jobsite.

Financial Management

• Establish and maintain project budgets.
• Monitor job costs, commitments, labor, materials, subcontractors, and projected costs.
• Identify potential cost overruns and develop corrective action plans.
• Review change orders and ensure costs are properly captured.
• Track project profitability and communicate financial concerns to management.
• Assist with project forecasting and monthly financial reporting.

Customer & Team Relationships

• Maintain strong working relationships with owners and customers.
• Communicate project status, schedule, budget, and issues clearly and professionally.
• Represent our Construction in a professional manner at all times.
• Build productive relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers.
• Promote teamwork and communication between the office and field.
• Address problems directly and work toward practical solutions.

Safety & Quality

• Support and enforce Client's safety expectations and procedures.
• Work with the Superintendent and field personnel to identify and address safety concerns.
• Promote quality workmanship and adherence to plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Help ensure projects meet applicable codes, regulations, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Construction project management experience preferred.
• Commercial and/or industrial construction experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, contracts, schedules, and budgets.
• Ability to read and understand architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management software.
• Ability to work effectively with both field and office personnel.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

What Makes a Successful Project Manager

A successful Project Manager at our Construction is more than someone who manages paperwork. They understand construction, communicate well with the field, stay on top of the numbers, and take ownership of the project.

The ideal candidate:

• Takes ownership of their projects from start to finish.
• Communicates early , especially when there is a problem.
• Understands the field and respects the challenges faced by the people building the project.
• Knows the numbers and understands how decisions affect the bottom line.
• Builds relationships with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and coworkers.
• Solves problems instead of simply identifying them.
• Keeps things moving when unexpected issues arise.
• Takes pride in the finished product and represents our company Construction well.