Construction Project Manager

The HR Source•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager oversees construction projects from conceptual planning and budgeting through design, bidding, construction, and delivery. The role provides front-end design-criteria and value-engineering assistance when requested, then manages design-build or general construction management after formal construction drawings are received. The position oversees approximately 4–5 projects and supervises 4–5 field employees while coordinating project teams, subcontractors, clients, architects, and other stakeholders. The Project Manager manages subcontractor relationships and bid administration, tracks job costs and in-house labor and material costs, coordinates schedules and deliveries, conducts site visits and job cost reviews, and administers project contracts and documentation. The position also coordinates regulatory approvals and inspections, monitors permitting and building-code compliance, and ensures projects meet specifications, schedule, and budget. The work includes regular construction-site visits and at least one day per week in 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 is a plus, but 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.

Responsibilities

Provide front-end assistance with design criteria and potential value-engineering alternatives during conceptual planning and budgeting when requested.
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 drawing and project-file distribution through the bid-administration process using construction management software.
Receive, review, analyze, and assemble competitive subcontractor bids with the in-house cost estimator, incorporating 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 construction operations.
Track labor and material costs for in-house work, including demolition, carpentry, drywall, ceilings, and doors, frames, and hardware.
Monitor job costs against budgets, conduct periodic site visits, inspections, and job cost reviews, and recommend and assist with strategies to minimize costs and maximize gross profit.
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.
Receive, submit, transmit, and implement 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, owners’ 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 delivered on time and within budget.