Project Manager - Construction

Verdantas•Concord, CA

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, coordination, execution, financial management, and closeout of construction projects. The role manages projects from initial scope development and estimating through field execution and final completion, ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and company standards. The Project Manager coordinates construction activities with field leadership, crews, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams. The role also oversees project budgets, schedules, staffing, resources, documentation, billing coordination, safety, quality, and client communications, while providing leadership and mentorship to field personnel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of construction-specific experience.
Demonstrated experience managing construction projects, field operations, or both.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and change orders.
Working knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, equipment, and field operations.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong understanding of construction safety requirements and jobsite hazard recognition.
Financial and commercial awareness, including tracking labor and equipment costs, forecasting, and project profitability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, and construction/project management software.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple construction projects from planning and mobilization through completion and closeout.
Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and resource requirements.
Review contracts, plans, specifications, proposals, purchase orders, and subcontractor agreements.
Develop and maintain construction schedules, including milestones, critical activities, mobilization dates, and completion targets.
Monitor project costs, labor hours, equipment usage, materials, subcontractor expenses, and profitability; identify risks and develop corrective actions.
Prepare and manage change orders, additional work authorizations, and supporting documentation.
Coordinate project billing and assist with forecasting, invoicing, and financial reviews.
Manage project closeout, including final documentation, punch-list activities, client acceptance, and completion records.
Coordinate daily construction activities with Field Supervisors, Foremen, field crews, subcontractors, and vendors.
Determine labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor needs for upcoming work.
Conduct project kickoff meetings, site walks, and regular field visits to verify progress and address changing site conditions.
Review Daily Field Reports, photographs, production quantities, timesheets, equipment logs, and other construction documentation.
Work with field leadership to identify and resolve constructability issues and ensure completed work meets plans, specifications, contract requirements, and quality expectations.
Coordinate mobilization, equipment, materials, trucking, disposal, subcontractors, and other project logistics.
Ensure field changes and additional work are documented before affecting project cost or schedule.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure construction activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations.
Work with field leadership on pre-job planning and project-specific hazard identification; verify crews have appropriate training, PPE, equipment, and resources.
Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions when necessary.
Ensure project documentation and deliverables meet QA/QC requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned construction projects and maintain regular client communication about progress, schedule, budget, field conditions, and upcoming activities.
Coordinate with client representatives, inspectors, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal project teams; lead project and construction coordination meetings.
Develop client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat or additional work.
Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to Field Supervisors, Foremen, and field personnel.
Assist with estimating, proposal development, scope preparation, and business development activities.