America At Work

Project Manager

America At Work$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial construction
  • Experience in underground wet utilities or roadside fiber installation
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and safety regulations
  • Proficient in project management software (e.g., Premier, Clue, Primavera) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrated capability in managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects from pre-construction through closeout to meet scope, schedule, and budget targets.
  • Develop and manage detailed project schedules, cost projections, and execution plans.
  • Oversee contracts, subcontracts, and change orders for compliance with standards.
  • Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and labor to maintain project timelines.
  • Act as the primary liaison to clients, architects, engineers, and key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate closely with superintendents to monitor field operations and ensure safety and quality control.
  • Identify risks proactively and implement effective solutions to keep projects moving.
  • Conduct project closeout, including punch lists and final documentation.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with field leadership and clients
  • Opportunity to lead and influence high-quality construction projects
  • Focus on safety standards and quality control in operations
  • Engagement in all phases of the project lifecycle from concept to completion
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead construction projects from concept through completion. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget.

As a key member of the team, you will oversee all phases of construction, collaborate with field leadership and clients, and ensure projects are executed with precision, safety, and excellence. If you are detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and passionate about building successful outcomes - we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Lead projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget targets are met.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, cost projections, and execution plans.
• Oversee contracts, subcontracts, and change orders, ensuring compliance with company and client standards.
• Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and labor to keep projects on track.
• Serve as the primary liaison to clients, architects, engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Partner closely with superintendents to monitor field operations, maintain safety standards, and ensure quality control.
• Proactively identify risks and implement effective solutions to keep projects moving.
• Provide consistent progress reporting to leadership and clients.
• Lead project closeout, including punch lists, documentation, and final handover.

THE SKILLS SET NEEDED

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial construction
  • Underground wet utilities or roadside fiber installation experience
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and safety regulations
  • Experience with project management software (Premier, Clue, Primavera, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and negotiation skills


PREFERRED SKILLS SET

  • OSHA certification.


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