Balfour Beatty US

Project Manager

Balfour Beatty US$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • 6-8 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management.
  • Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Proficiency in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, Sage 300 CRE).
  • Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, design partners, and stakeholders to maintain relationships.
  • Develop and maintain project budgets, financial reports, and revenue projections; approve subcontractor payments.
  • Provide constructability input and coordinate project logistics, including staffing and resource plans.
  • Lead project scheduling in collaboration with the Superintendent and oversee updates and planning sessions.
  • Manage subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and material purchasing for cost control.
  • Promote and enforce Balfour Beatty's Zero Harm® safety culture and lead quality control programs.
  • Chair OAC meetings, lead coordination sessions, and provide progress updates to clients and stakeholders.
  • Direct project turnover and closeout documentation, ensuring compliance with all obligations.

Benefits

  • Work within a collaborative project team environment.
  • Opportunity to oversee significant commercial construction projects.
  • Engage with leading industry professionals and partners.
  • Promote a culture of safety and quality through the Zero Harm® initiative.
  • Access to opportunities for professional development and growth.
Full Job Description
Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Project Manager to join our Charlotte team within the Carolinas Division. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven construction professional with strong communication and leadership skills, capable of managing all phases of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

As a Project Manager, you'll lead a collaborative project team, overseeing budgets, schedules, contracts, and client relationships to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery. You'll work closely with the Superintendent, Project Executive, and design partners to plan, execute, and deliver projects that align with Balfour Beatty's standards of excellence and our Zero Harm® safety culture.

Essential Functions
  • Project Leadership: Manage all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Client Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, design partners, and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and ensure project satisfaction.
  • Financial Management: Develop and maintain project budgets, financial reports, and revenue projections; review and approve subcontractor pay applications and change orders.
  • Preconstruction & Planning: Provide constructability input, coordinate project logistics, and develop staffing and resource plans.
  • Scheduling: Lead project scheduling in collaboration with the Superintendent, develop baselines in Primavera P6, and oversee regular updates and pull-planning sessions.
  • Procurement & Contracting: Manage subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and material purchasing to ensure cost control and timely delivery.
  • Safety & Quality: Promote and enforce Balfour Beatty's Zero Harm® safety culture and lead quality control programs to maintain high construction standards.
  • Communication & Reporting: Chair Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, lead coordination sessions, and provide regular progress updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Closeout: Direct project turnover and closeout documentation, ensuring all financial, safety, and quality obligations are met.

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • 6-8 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management.
  • Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Proficiency with project management and scheduling software (Procore, Primavera P6, Sage 300 CRE, or similar).
  • Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience
  • Experience managing complex or large-scale commercial projects.
  • Demonstrated success building client relationships and leading diverse teams.
  • Experience in business development or early-stage project pursuits.

About Balfour Beatty US

Balfour Beatty US is a construction and engineering company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty plc, a UK-based construction and infrastructure company. Balfour Beatty US offers services in a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and transportation. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and has offices throughout the United States. Balfour Beatty US is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Balfour Beatty US
Size
26,000 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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