Project Manager

Overwatch Construction Management

$205K — $220K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • 10-15 years of construction project management experience, preferably in transit/transportation
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, safety regulations, and building codes
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Proven team leadership abilities with strong cross-functional communication
  • Familiarity with project management software tools
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Relevant Professional Licensure &/or Certifications preferred (LEED, Envision, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Manage development and implementation of work packages and task orders
  • Act as primary representative for project owners and establish project documentation standards
  • Facilitate coordination with client and regulatory agencies
  • Coordinate messaging plan, notices, and contingency planning
  • Ensure compliance with sustainability/certification requirements
  • Oversee day-to-day project activities
  • Lead project planning sessions and coordinate activities
  • Manage project scope, schedule, resources, and budget
  • Communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders
  • Monitor and report on project progress and performance
  • Identify and mitigate project risks and issues
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes
  • Maintain project documentation throughout the lifecycle
  • Conduct project reviews and create detailed reports

Benefits

  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Training & Development
Full Job Description
Project Manager to oversee and manage transit/transportation construction projects from inception to completion. The successful candidate will coordinate with various stakeholders, manage project schedules, budgets, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role involves collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

Salary Range: $205,000-$220,000

Project Start Date: July 1, 2026

Project Duration: 24 months

Responsibilities
  • Manage the development and implementation of work packages and task orders.
  • Provide direction and input on projects. May act as project owners's primary representative on a project, establish standards for meeting minutes, records, etc. and ensure that Consultant staff meet relevant requirements.
  • Facilitate coordination with client and regulatory agencies (Planning, FTA, SHPO, EPA, etc.) as appropriate.
  • Coordinate messaging plan, notices, contingency planning and other tasks as needed.
  • Support and ensure compliance with sustainability/certification requirements and ensure documentation by project consultants, contractors and client
  • Oversee day to day project activities.
  • Lead project planning sessions and coordinate project activities.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, resources, and budget effectively.
  • Communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
  • Monitor and report on project progress and performance.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes.
  • Maintain thorough documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Conduct project reviews and create detailed reports.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • Minimum 10-15 years of experience managing construction projects, preferably on transit/transportation projects
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, safety regulations, and building codes.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Proven ability to lead a team and manage cross-functional communications.
  • Familiarity with project management software tools.
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Relevant Professional Licensure &/or Certifications including include LEED, Envision, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. are strongly preferred.

Benefits
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Training & Development

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