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Project Manager - Construction ManagementWe're growing and looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead complex builds from concept to completion. This is a role for a relational leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment, builds trust with clients, and develops high-performing teams.

What You'll DoPrimary Scope

• Supervises, directs, and coordinates design and project management, liaising with owners, designers, and contractors on cost, schedule, quality, and contract administration.
• Independently manages one or more large and/or complex projects, demonstrating strong multitasking skills.

Job Duties:

Cost Management:

• Monitors project costs throughout all phases and manages project budgets and cash flow analysis.
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates.
• Oversees contractor billing and change orders, reviewing all supporting documentation.

Schedule Management:

• Maintains overall project schedules to ensure on-time completion across design and construction teams.
• Creates schedules using scheduling software, including activity linkages and durations.
• Identifies schedule concerns, coordinates corrective actions, and prepares recovery schedules to keep projects on track.
• Manages the project close-out process.

Quality Management:

• Oversees construction quality, ensuring materials and products meet owner requirements, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Reviews designs and drawings to ensure quality-focused construction details and proper coordination.
• Conducts field inspections to verify compliance with design intent and specifications and manages corrective actions.

Contract Administration:

• Prepares contract agreements with upper management, covering scope of work, deliverables, fees, reimbursable expenses, insurance, and legal/accounting requirements.
• Manages general contractor, consultant, and vendor agreements on behalf of the owner, ensuring responsibilities are clearly defined.
• Oversees building permits, inspections, and occupancy certificates.
• Maintains contract-required documentation and monitors task hours to ensure compliance with allocated budgets.

Client Relations and Business Development:

• Maintains client relationships to enhance satisfaction and generate additional business.
• Pursues opportunities with existing clients and assists with qualifications, proposals, and presentations.

What You Bring:

Experience:

10+ years in commercial or public-sector construction management, including 5+ years managing APMs or PEs.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.

Technical Tools:

Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, Sage, Intacct, and Microsoft Project.

Leadership:

Strong team-builder and communicator who leads by example and maintains high standards.

Detail Orientation:

Skilled in contracts, compliance, scheduling, and budget accuracy.

Client Mindset:

Relational, responsive, and solution focused.

Construction Management Software:

Knowledge of modern construction management tools, including Procore, Sage, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project.