Civil Project Manager

Christman Constructors, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Constructors, Inc. seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead construction projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering along with at least five years of commercial construction experience.

You will manage project teams, ensure communication with stakeholders, and oversee compliance with safety and quality standards. This role requires dedication to maintaining positive client relationships and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of commercial construction experience in leadership roles.
• Successful completion of training in Construction Management or Project Management.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-performance teams through supervision and coaching.
• Communicate with owners and architects regarding project risks and schedules.
• Manage the bidding process and ensure alignment with client expectations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Project management

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Job Description

Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is an employee‑owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design‑build services across multiple market sectors.

What You Will Do

• Lead in the development of high‑performance teams through supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring; serve as a peer coach/mentor.
• Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff, including timely completion of employee performance appraisals.
• Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Communicate with owners, architects, and subcontractors regarding project risks, schedules, costs/budgets, and change management.
• Determine and define scope of work and deliverables.
• Determine project staffing requirements and establish work plans and schedules for each project phase.
• Prepare project manuals, work category descriptions, and other bid package components.
• Manage the CM bid process, including post‑bid reviews, and serve as a team member on hard bid teams as needed.
• Establish and clarify project‑specific goals related to schedule, safety, accounting, labor relations, EEO, and data processing/reporting.
• Assess and maintain client relationships to understand construction leadership, facility maintenance, and other business needs throughout the contract and warranty period.
• Manage owner communications related to project risks, schedules, budgets, and logistics.
• Coordinate the development and delivery of project planning services—estimating, scheduling, value engineering, reporting—together with the Project Planning Leader.
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of all project information documents relating to the contract, bulletins, field work orders, and change orders.
• Review client needs against contractual obligations and ensure proper service delivery by the Christman team, contractors, vendors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Establish subcontractor agreements and scopes; communicate expectations regarding planning, coordination, safety, and quality.
• Clarify expectations and performance requirements in written project documents and through presentations at pre‑bid conferences, post‑bid meetings, pre‑installation meetings, and other interactions.
• Lead trade contractor relations and drive safety awareness at all times.
• Observe safety practices on site and promptly address unsafe situations or behaviors; report violations and coordinate corrective actions with the project team.

What You Will Bring to the Team

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of commercial construction experience in progressively responsible leadership roles.
• Successful completion of courses or training in Construction Management, Project Management, Safety, or Communication (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• Authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship of visas will not be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience, knowledge, or skills in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

The Christman family of companies is an affirmatively act/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants must complete pre‑employment screening, including drug and background checks. The company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Applicants are requested not to submit unsolicited agency resumes to the application system.