Project Manager

Clark Construction Group•Fairfax, VA

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About The Position

The Project Manager is part of a leadership team responsible for the day-to-day management of construction projects. The role develops project plans covering tasks, timelines, and resources; leads communication among stakeholders; manages risk; and monitors progress against the schedule. It requires a strong commitment to completing work, meeting stakeholder expectations, and delivering successful projects from start to finish. This is an active, hands-on position with significant time on construction sites as well as time in an office. The role involves physically demanding site work, exposure to varied weather and moderate to loud noise, and work in elevated or confined areas around moving mechanical equipment. The position operates in a demanding, high-performance environment and requires flexibility for extended hours and responsiveness to time-sensitive business needs or emergencies. Employees are expected to follow Clark Construction’s safety policies and applicable laws. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly tests are required. Clark offers total compensation comprising base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The stated base salary range is $85,000–$185,000; compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 4 years of construction experience.
At least 2 years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
Understanding of the strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project.
Ability to make timely and effective decisions.
Experience managing projects successfully from start to finish.
Skill in developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors.
Strong work ethic, leadership, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, able to build people and teams and followership, and able to set direction and execute.
Ability to work actively on construction sites, including frequently standing and navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists; bending, kneeling, and reaching; and frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visual acuity to read plans and inspect work.
Ability to spend prolonged periods sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings.
Ability to adapt to varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and moving mechanical equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines, and to respond to communications outside regular working hours when required.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and participation in random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience working for a general contractor on large-scale construction projects is highly preferred.
DBIA accreditation and/or LEED accreditation.

Responsibilities

Lead contract administration, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and financial reporting.
Maintain thorough knowledge of company contracts and understand the parties involved.
Secure required permits and verify subcontractors’ insurance coverage.
Facilitate project meetings to coordinate work activity.
Lead, train, and develop project team members.
Prepare and submit monthly job status reports outlining project priorities and issues.
Lead project close-out, including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owners, engineering firms, and design firms.
Establish project deadlines and monitor progress.
Drive a culture of safety on the project site.
Support acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations.
Provide leadership that fosters inclusion and diversity.
Develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win appropriate work.
Recruit, identify, hire, and retain outstanding industry talent.
Anticipate stakeholders’ needs, desires, and goals to exceed their expectations.
Monitor and respond to communications when business needs require attention, including time-sensitive matters or emergencies.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws.