PROJECT MANAGER
Location: Orange County/LA County/Inland Empire
As a Project Manager, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of our projects while working alongside experienced field leaders, estimators, Project Engineers, BIM/Design professionals, and company leadership.
What NGi offers:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits with company-paid premiums
- Vehicle allowance
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for career advancement and growth
POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Manager is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
This position requires a strong understanding of construction management principles, project financials, contract administration, scheduling, procurement, quality control, safety, and client relationships.
The Project Manager will work closely with field leadership, BIM/Design, Safety, estimating, subcontractors, owners, architects, and other project stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and NGi standards.
The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, organized problem solver, and forward-thinking leader who can take ownership of projects, remove obstacles, and effectively manage multiple priorities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Support field operations by ensuring the project team has the tools, materials, equipment, manpower, and information needed to successfully build the project.
- Review contract documents and ensure project and team compliance with contractual requirements.
- Manage the financial aspects of assigned projects and accurately project final costs throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review job costs weekly and identify potential cost issues or opportunities.
- Prepare monthly billings and manage project cash flow.
- Develop front-loaded schedules of values prior to project activities being charged.
- Review, price, negotiate, and manage change orders and other project cost impacts.
- Assist with negotiating cost-effective subcontract agreements and material purchases.
- Monitor material orders, including purchasing, tracking, delivery, and stocking.
- Coordinate with NGi field and BIM/Design teams to deliver required project design and documentation.
- Establish and maintain project procedures, document controls, and workflows.
- Prepare and manage project submittals and related documentation.
- Create and manage quality control reports using information gathered from the field.
- Coordinate required front-end documents with the Safety Manager, including AHA, IIPP, safety manuals, and QA/QC programs.
- Ensure significant project events are properly documented, including accidents, delays, changes, and other potential claims or impacts.
- Coordinate project mobilization, including trailers, utilities, and other startup requirements.
- Verify or retake-off estimates to establish working project budgets based on value engineering, construction methods, and project-specific quantities.
- Coordinate project kickoff and job start meetings.
- Develop, manage, and monitor project construction schedules, including manpower schedules.
- Walk assigned projects weekly with field leaders to review progress, production, safety, manpower, and potential obstacles.
- Facilitate regular project meetings with management, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
- Work proactively to identify, avoid, and mitigate claims, disputes, and conflicts.
- Maintain strong working relationships with owners, architects, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
- Manage, train, coach, and mentor project team members, including Project Engineers.
- Complete project closeout procedures and ensure required documentation is submitted timely.
- Coordinate warranty follow-up and resolution of outstanding warranty items.
- Participate in preconstruction services and activities as required.
- Attend seminars, educational programs, and training as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Because the needs of the company are constantly evolving, the above list is not exhaustive and is subject to change to meet changing priorities.
WHAT YOU BRING
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in commercial construction.
- Experience in drywall, framing, ceilings, or interior systems is preferred.
- Experience managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Experience with project financial management, scheduling, contract administration, change orders, and subcontractor management.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong knowledge of commercial construction principles, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Strong understanding of construction schedules, budgets, project costs, and financial reporting.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to negotiate effectively and resolve conflicts.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
- Ability to establish processes and solutions where no precedent or guidelines exist.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and professional standards.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Manager is expected to provide leadership and direction to the project team, including Project Engineers and other assigned staff.
Responsibilities include:
- Train, coach, motivate, and develop team members.
- Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable.
- Mentor and cross-train employees to support individual and organizational growth.
- Promote collaboration and communication across departments.
- Work with company leaders to assess project and workforce needs.
- Address and resolve conflicts professionally.
- Lead by example and promote NGi's commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
TECHNOLOGY
Must demonstrate strong technical computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other job-specific construction software.
Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, Plexxis, or similar systems is preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position works in both a professional office environment and active commercial construction jobsites. Regular jobsite visits are required to monitor project progress, production, safety, manpower, and project needs.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
