Project Manager

Choate Construction Company • Nashville, TN

17d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Manager at Choate Construction, you are the central leader responsible for guiding a project from contract execution through successful completion, knowing that your work directly impacts our clients, project teams, and communities. This role is well‑suited for professionals with 6–10 years of commercial construction experience, including at least three years in an Assistant Project Manager or similar role, who are ready to take the next step in managing greater project complexity. You will plan, organize, and administer the owner contract and all subcontract agreements, proactively managing costs, schedule, changes, and overall financial performance while communicating clearly with both internal partners and clients. You will collaborate closely with the field Superintendent to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while overseeing the timely procurement, approval, and delivery of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to the jobsite. Whether working independently or leading a project team, you will be empowered with Choate’s tools and support to build well‑executed projects, strong client relationships, and results you can be proud of.

Requirements

• 6–10 years of commercial construction experience
• At least three years in an Assistant Project Manager or similar role
• Ability to manage contracts and risk, understanding key contract terms, executing subcontracts thoughtfully, and escalating issues appropriately.
• Comfortable managing project finances with discipline and detail.
• Ability to plan, organize, and administer owner contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently—both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Belief that safety is personal and ability to actively partner with Superintendents and safety leaders.
• Ability to bring structure and urgency to project execution.

Nice To Haves

• Pride in building trusted relationships with clients, designers, and partners.
• Representing your project team and Choate Construction with professionalism in every interaction.
• Being viewed by owners as an advocate they can rely on to build a strong team as well as a great building.
• Leading with a “firm but fair” approach that drives results while maintaining respect and accountability.
• Enjoying being involved early—contributing during preconstruction, helping shape logistics and execution plans, and building strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and administer the owner contract and all subcontract agreements.
• Proactively manage costs, schedule, changes, and overall financial performance.
• Communicate clearly with both internal partners and clients.
• Collaborate closely with the field Superintendent to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee the timely procurement, approval, and delivery of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors to the jobsite.
• Contribute during preconstruction, helping shape logistics and execution plans.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Thoughtfully plan schedules, procure materials and trades, and address issues early.
• Support the field team to deliver quality work on time.
• Manage project finances with discipline and detail, converting estimates into executable budgets, tracking costs and forecasts, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.

Benefits

• 100% Employee Owned Company with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical Coverage Options: Surest, a copay plan, or High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• College Student Debt Reduction Program
• Employee Assistance & Financial Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Charitable Contribution Matching ($1,000 per year per employee)
• Stewardship Day (Community Volunteering)
• Safe working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed