Project Manager

The Copper River Family of Companies

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • PMI/PMP certification preferred
  • 5-10 years of construction and estimating experience
  • 4-7 years in construction management and facility management
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills required

Responsibilities

  • Provide project management and supervision for security installations
  • Support project planning and pre-construction services
  • Participate in design reviews and value-engineering exercises
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Coordinate with project stakeholders for successful execution

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account for healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account available
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Open leave policy and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program
Full Job Description
Coho Construction Management is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to join our construction management team supporting projects throughout the Florida, Georgia, and Alabama regions. This position will support projects at Tyndall Air Force Base and Naval Support Facility (NSA-PC) in Panama City, Florida, as well as other regional projects.

The Construction Project Manager will collaborate closely with project teams, subcontractors, clients, architects, and government representatives to support successful project execution across multiple sites. This is a key leadership role for a candidate who thrives in complex project environments and brings a hands-on, proactive approach to infrastructure delivery. Willingness to travel approximately 10-15% is preferred.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
  • Provide project management and construction supervision services for security and security-related installations, including customer and site coordination, subcontractor management, sequencing, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and cost control.
  • Provide pre-installation and pre-construction services to ensure client needs are addressed throughout project development.
  • Support project teams with scope development and project planning.
  • Participate in design reviews and value-engineering exercises to promote efficient and effective project delivery.
  • Support project teams throughout execution to ensure accurate, timely, and successful completion of project requirements.
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project schedules and budgets.
  • Review constructability issues and develop alternative means and methods to resolve construction challenges.
  • Prepare, manage, and monitor project execution budgets.
  • Provide construction management expertise in support of existing projects and new business opportunities.
  • Coordinate with government personnel, clients, architects, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to facilitate successful project execution.
  • Lead, develop, and coordinate trade contractors and subcontractors throughout project activities.
  • Support project site visits, inspections, and other field activities as required.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Education and Certifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or 10-15 years of construction field/trade experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
    • PMI/PMP certification in good standing is preferred
    • Valid driver's license
    • Ability to obtain a passport if one is not currently held
    • Ability to obtain and retain required base access
  • Demonstrated Experience and Skill:
    • 5-10 years of construction and estimating experience
    • 4-7 years of diverse experience in construction management, facility management, and renovation
  • The successful candidate should demonstrate:
    • Ability to read and interpret complex construction specifications, drawings, and project documents
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
    • Experience working effectively with government personnel, clients, architects, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
    • Experience leading and developing trade contractors and subcontractors
    • Experience with the installation of IT and security systems
    • Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and effective time management
    • Ability to manage projects under tight deadlines and demanding schedules
    • Ability to develop detailed, line-item estimates using an established estimating database
    • Experience supporting construction projects across multiple geographic locations
    • Strong knowledge of and commitment to enforcing OSHA safety regulations
    • Strong mathematical and computer skills
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
    • Ability to navigate active construction sites efficiently and safely
    • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
    • Familiarity with RMS and ProjNet systems is a plus
    • Direct experience delivering U.S. military construction and infrastructure projects
  • Travel:
    • The position requires the ability to travel for project site visits, inspections, and other project-related activities as required. Willingness to travel approximately 10-15% is preferred
  • Work Environment:
    • This position operates in construction management and active construction site environments and requires regular interaction with project teams, government personnel, clients, architects, subcontractors, and trade contractors. The role may require travel to project locations for site visits, inspections, and project coordination


Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
  • Retirement 401(k) with employer match
  • Open leave policy and paid holidays
  • Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

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