Construction Project Manager

Pepper Construction•Hobart, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm serving the private sector, with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio. We offer clients the experience and resources of a national company with a hands-on, local approach. Pepper leads the construction industry with energy and ambition, seeking new methods and technologies to support client visions with a practical approach. With nearly 100 years of expertise, we ensure precision, quality, and confidence. As a family-owned and operated company, we take building personally, creating leaders at every level and rewarding new thinking while respecting long-standing values. The Project Manager is responsible for safety, project direction, completion, and financial outcomes from initial budget through closeout. Strong safety, relationship-building, quality, and leadership skills are required. This role offers the opportunity to lead diverse projects and mentor junior staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field
5+ years’ construction management experience in commercial, industrial, institutional, data centers or related markets
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relationships.
Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Work with Field Supervision and Project Management to set operational priorities and ensure safety and quality
Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs
Estimate, value engineer and develop project budgets
Manage subcontractor bidding, including documentation processing, distribution, and tracking
Use software tools and templates to process, distribute, and track project documentation
Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts
Plan and schedule projects
Manage active projects, including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, and documentation
Manage project costs by evaluating labor, materials, and equipment; forecast costs, exposures, and profitability through completion
Perform project closeout
Capable of managing projects $20-$50 million in size
Lead by building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and promoting teamwork
Supervise/mentor project management staff
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Train and mentor less experienced personnel
Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work
Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews
Negotiate and secure new business