Head of Project Management (Construction)

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.

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.

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.

Ensure project compliance with applicable codes, regulations, safety standards, and company policies.

Contract Management

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.

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.) 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.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.

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.

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.

Ability to analyze data, interpret reports, and identify cost or scheduling trends.

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.

Regular use of hands for tasks like typing, using a mouse, and handling documents.

Frequent reaching and arm movements, particularly when using the phone and during meetings.

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.

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.

The Project Manager directs project staff and manages subcontractors to ensure effective coordination, strong performance, and adherence to safety and quality expectations.