Construction Project Manager

The HR Source•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager provides front-end design and budgeting support and manages design-build or general construction management after formal construction drawings are received. The role oversees approximately 4–5 construction projects and supervises 4–5 field employees while coordinating with superintendents, foremen, carpenters, finishers, bid administrators, project management administrators, and subcontractors. The position manages subcontractor relationships and bid administration, tracks in-house labor and material costs, monitors job budgets and actual expenditures, and recommends strategies to control costs and maximize gross profit. It coordinates materials, equipment, workflows, schedules, project meetings, and communications among subcontractors, architects, clients, and field personnel. The Project Manager also administers contracts, change orders, billing, RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, daily reports, bonds, insurance certificates, and other project documentation through the company's project management system. The role maintains client and stakeholder relationships, coordinates regulatory approvals and inspections, ensures permitting and building-code compliance, and delivers projects according to specifications, schedule, and budget. Work includes regular construction-site visits and at least one day per week at the Washington, DC office.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience in commercial and/or residential construction.
Design-build experience and exposure to a variety of areas within the construction industry.
Strong experience with construction project management software; Procore experience is a plus, and other platforms are acceptable.
Ability to manage multiple aspects of construction projects simultaneously.
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, communication, and follow-up.
Strong client-management and problem-solving skills, with an innovative approach.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Knowledge of construction permitting and building-code requirements.
Valid driver's license.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; a Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree is highly desirable.
Experience with a variety of construction trades, renovations, and new-construction projects.
Desire to grow professionally with a smaller company and take on increased responsibilities over time.
Procore experience.

Responsibilities

Provide front-end design-criteria and value-engineering assistance during conceptual planning and budgeting when directed by a client or prospective client.
Manage the design-build process or general construction management after receiving formal construction drawings, including reviewing plans and specifications.
Manage the existing subcontractor database and help develop relationships with new subcontractors.
Coordinate construction drawings and project files through the bid administration process using construction management software.
Receive, review, analyze, and assemble competitive subcontractor bids with the in-house cost estimator, including markups as directed by company leadership.
Provide daily oversight of approximately 4–5 construction projects and supervise 4–5 field employees.
Coordinate superintendents, foremen, carpenters, finishers, bid administrators, project management administrators, and subcontractors involved in daily operations.
Track labor and material costs for work performed by in-house personnel, including demolition, carpentry, drywall, ceilings, and doors, frames, and hardware.
Monitor job costs by comparing budgets with actual expenditures and conduct periodic site visits, inspections, and job cost reviews.
Recommend and help implement strategies to minimize job costs and maximize gross profit through project completion.
Order materials and coordinate equipment deliveries, workflow, and construction schedules to keep trades on schedule.
Oversee project meetings and maintain communication among subcontractors, architects, clients, and field personnel.
Manage project contracts, change orders, and monthly billing.
Manage the receipt, submission, transmission, and implementation of RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, daily job reports, bonds, certificates of insurance, and other required documentation through the project management system.
Maintain regular contact with clients, owner's representatives, architects, property managers, building engineers, and regulatory authorities.
Coordinate regulatory approvals and construction inspections and ensure compliance with permitting and building-code requirements.
Read and interpret construction drawings to ensure projects meet client or architect specifications and are completed on time and within budget.