Project Manager

Ardurra Group, Inc. • $75K — $95K *
Knoxville, TN 37918In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
  • 5 to 8 years of experience in the AEC industry
  • Experience in managing relevant projects and teams
  • Strong knowledge of project planning and execution
  • Proficient in Earned Value Management (EVM) and financial oversight
  • Ability to maintain positive client relationships
  • Skilled in team leadership and motivational strategies

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full project life cycle from proposal to closeout
  • Develop project goals, scopes, budgets, and schedules
  • Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) for financial tracking
  • Execute change management and corrective actions
  • Conduct quality control reviews at key milestones
  • Lead team formation and ensure task execution
  • Maintain effective communication between teams and clients

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and growth
  • Access to continuous training and mentorship
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Engagement in client-focused projects
  • Involvement in a range of diverse projects within the AEC industry
Full Job Description
Cannon & Cannon, Inc. (An Ardurra Company) is seeking an Project Manager in our Knoxville, TN office.

Primary Function:

The Project Manager (PM) manages the full life cycle (proposal-initiation-execution/control-closeout) of projects and assumes full responsibility for achieving the project goals. This includes managing activities related to project planning, scope, schedule, cost, cash flow, quality, communications, resources, procurement, profit/loss, corrective actions, and risk elements required to optimize client service, quality, and fiscal responsibility. The Project Manager's overall objective is to deliver value to our clients and to Ardurra, build and maintain a positive client relationship, and achieve or exceed the estimated profit margin for the project.

Primary Duties:
  • Project Planning and Execution
    • Identifying project goals and developing scopes, budgets and schedules
    • Use Earned Value Management (EVM) to execute, manage, monitor, and control project financials
    • Manage change & take corrective actions to achieve project success
    • Ensuring Quality Control reviews are completed at proper milestones
    • Manage & minimize project risks for the interest of Ardurra
    • Knowing and understanding contract requirements
    • Tracking Accounts Receivable and ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner
  • Team Leadership
    • Forms a highly effective work team and sees that responsibilities are assigned, and execution of tasks are begun and completed according to schedule
    • Keeps team informed of project progress and roadblocks
    • On-site supervision maintains staff morale and interacts appropriately with client counterparts
  • Communication
    • Establishes contractor-client liaison network to keep all interested parties informed of project planning, start date, and work progress
    • Participates in regularly scheduled project status review (PSR) meetings to ensure that:
      • A project contract's terms, conditions, and specifications are being met
      • Project personnel adhere to federal and state regulatory requirements and company policies
      • Delays and cost overruns, at best, are entirely avoided, or, at worst, kept to a minimum
      • Manpower, equipment, materials, and quality problems are recognized for timely intervention and resolution
      • Information for progress billing purposes is submitted correctly and on time
      • Client sales and/or assists the Client Service Manager (CSM)
    • Maintains a continuing business relationship with clients as part of ongoing business development efforts

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledgeable of project planning and execution principles, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, contract requirements, quality control standards, and risk management practices to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Skilled in cost management and financial oversight, including preparing estimates, applying Earned Value Management (EVM), tracking accounts receivable, and implementing corrective actions to maintain budgetary control and project profitability.
  • Ability to lead and motivate project teams by assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and fostering collaboration while maintaining high staff morale and productive client interactions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders through progress reporting, status reviews, and business development activities, ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements.
  • Knowledge of client relationship strategies with the ability to build trust, deliver high-quality solutions, and consistently prioritize internal and external customer needs.
  • Skilled in leadership, coaching, and talent development with the ability to foster collaboration, promote inclusion, delegate effectively, and support open, transparent communication.
  • Ability to demonstrate managerial courage and resilience by addressing challenges directly, navigating conflict with fairness, and maintaining focus on key priorities under pressure

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
  • 5 to 8 years' experience in their areas of expertise within the AEC industry
  • Experience assisting with or leading relevant projects and staff

Competencies
  • Client Focus
  • Developing Others
  • Fostering Communication & Collaboration
  • Leading Others
  • Managerial Courage

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