Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

PROJECT MANAGER

Design/Build Construction Management — Residential & Light Commercial Projects

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading design/build projects from concept through completion. This role bridges design, estimating, and construction by managing budgets, schedules, and communication between clients, designers, field staff, and subcontractors. The Project Manager ensures each project is delivered with excellence — on time, on budget, and aligned with the company’s values of integrity, craftsmanship, and service.

Core Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership

• Serve as the single point of accountability for assigned projects.
• Lead project teams including designers, estimators, and field supervisors.
• Maintain proactive communication between office, field, and client.
• Identify and resolve potential issues before they impact project outcomes.

2. Pre-Construction

• Collaborate with design and estimating teams to define project scope and budget.
• Prepare and update budgets through design development.
• Lead value-engineering discussions and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Develop project schedules covering design, permitting, procurement, and construction.
• Oversee permitting and compliance with local authorities.

3. Design Coordination

• Participate in design meetings to ensure constructability and budget alignment.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and feasibility.
• Manage design revisions and maintain version control.

4. Construction Management

• Maintain updated project schedules and coordinate with the site superintendent.
• Monitor quality and workmanship to meet company and client standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a safe jobsite.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and close-out activities.

5. Financial Oversight

• Track budgets, approve change orders, and manage subcontractor pay applications.
• Prepare and submit monthly client billings and financial forecasts.
• Report cost-to-complete and profitability updates to company leadership.

6. Client Relations

• Act as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project meetings and issue follow-up documentation.
• Communicate clearly regarding progress, changes, and expectations.
• Address client concerns professionally and promptly.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain organized project records including contracts, RFIs, submittals, and photos.
• Provide regular progress reports on schedule, cost, and field conditions.
• Coordinate all warranty and close-out documentation.

8. Team Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Support and mentor junior staff or assistants.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of project management experience in residential or light commercial construction.
• Knowledge of design/build processes, building codes, and construction sequencing.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management and estimating software.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Reports To: Owner / Principal

Location: Office & Field Based

Compensation: Salary + Performance-Based Incentives