Head of Project Management

The Christman Company is looking for Project Manager candidates for large-scale commercial construction projects in the Chattanooga, TN region.

Lead in the development of high-performance teams through supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring and serving as a peer coach and/or mentor as assigned.

Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff including timely completion of employee performance appraisals.

Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment.

Communicate with owners, architects, and subcontractors as it relates to project risk, timetables, costs/budgets, and change management.

Determines project staffing requirements and establishes a work plan and schedules for each project phase.

Prepare project manuals, work category descriptions and other necessary components for a bid package. Manage the CM bid process to also include post bid reviews.

Serve as a team member on hard bid teams as needed.

Establish and clarify project‑specific goals related to schedule, safety, accounting, labor relations, EEO, and data processing/reporting.

Assess and maintain client relationships to understand construction leadership, facility maintenance, and other business needs that may have facility‑related implications from the beginning of the contract through the project warranty period.

Manage owner communications related to project risks, schedules, budgets, and logistics.

Coordinate development and delivery of project planning services (e.g., estimating, scheduling, value engineering, reporting) with the Project Planning Leader.

Oversee timely and accurate processing of all project information documents relating to the contract, bulletins, field work orders, and change orders.

Review assessment of client needs to contractual obligations and delivery of project professional management services by the Christman team and all contracted trades, vendors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure that proper service is provided to the client.

Establish subcontract agreements and work scopes for all trade contractors; communicating expectations and responsibilities related to project planning, coordination with other trades, safety, and definition of work quality.

Clarify expectations and performance requirements in both written project documents and through presentations and discussions at pre‑bid conferences, post‑bid meetings, pre‑installation meetings, and other interactions.

Lead trade contractor relations.

Coordinate information, access, and share across the project team to keep team members informed of current project status.

Observe safety practices on site and promptly address any unsafe situations or behaviors, reporting violations and coordinating corrective actions to the project team.

Contribute to business development efforts by leveraging professional network and client relationships to identify opportunities, participate in developing pursuit strategies, and actively participating in the pursuit of these opportunities.

Participate in project pursuit interviews as required.

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related job field.

Minimum five (5) years of commercial construction experience in a leadership role reflecting progressive leadership responsibilities.

Successful completion of classes or other training in Construction Management, Project Management, Safety, or Communication.

Or equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Have the ability to interact with and develop effective working relationships with a wide range of people, including internal and external customers, in different situations.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, take responsibility for own actions, and keep commitments.

Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Have a passion for team-based planning and problem‑solving.

Have a wholehearted commitment to building strong partnerships to support project goals.

Through our employee stock ownership plan, each employee‑owner shares in the collective success and wealth of our nationally recognized company and is eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including health insurance, 401k contribution, professional development and tuition reimbursement, and more.

We're a top 100-ranked ENR General Contractor that has been building since 1894. The majority of work is completed outside at the construction site and in an office trailer where the project is monitored, and daily decisions are made about construction activities.

The position is often exposed to sounds and loud noises, such as construction equipment. The job requires the wearing of protective equipment when on the construction site (hardhats, safety glasses, and highly visible clothing). Must be able to talk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, be able to use a telephone and operate a keyboard.

The Christman family of companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

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