Commercial Construction Project Manager

HITT Contracting Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. in Houston seeks a Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead projects from initiation through completion, ensuring on-time delivery, on-budget performance, and adherence to quality standards.

You will coordinate with clients, partners, subcontractors, and internal teams to drive project success. The role requires strong communication, multi-project leadership, and hands-on use of industry tools (ProCore, BlueBeam, JD Edwards, Excel).

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four-year degree strongly preferred.
• Five+ years’ experience in commercial construction.
• Experience leading multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards and document control.
• Develop and manage project budgets for assigned projects.
• Conduct project meetings and prepare monthly owner reports.
• Schedule activities and oversee quality control and logistics.
• Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and site teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coach and supervise junior project staff as needed.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or business

Tools

ProCore

BlueBeam

JD Edwards

Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.Commercial Construction Project ManagerJob Description:A Project Manager (PM) develops, coordinates, implements, and manages all facets necessary to construct the project on time, within budget, and to the quality specified. The PM provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The PM is the primary leader for the construction project.ResponsibilitiesMaintain adherence to HITT’s standards of safety; ensuring that required documentation is filedCreate and manage project budget for all assigned projectsDevelop and collaborate on pre-construction RFP packageConduct project meetings, while setting milestones and formulating monthly owner reportsEstablish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change ordersPerform project scheduling; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logisticsManage the closeout process efficientlyContact new and existing customers to discuss their needs while explaining how these needs could be met by specific company servicesSupervise assistant operations support roles such as assistant project manager, administrative assistant, MEP managers, safety team members, etc.Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the projectQualificationsHigh school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferredIn lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable5+ years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractorPrevious experience in a project management role with the ability to execute multiple projects and/or simultaneouslyAbility to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD EdwardsMastery of reading construction drawings; tasks including reading, interpreting, and updating construction project-related drawingsAbility to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired resultsKnowledge of current market conditions including pricing conventions and trendsMust demonstrate a strong ability to:Carry oneself as a leader and knowledge holder of the project while facilitating the decision-making processDemonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industryCommunicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong ability to present complex information in a clear and concise mannerTake initiative and seek responsibilityDemonstrate integrity consistent with The HITT Way and HITT’s core valuesSeek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvementRecognize quality and implement contractual and HITT quality standardsAdapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methodsCollaborate with people of various backgrounds and stylesFoster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors and vendorsApproach all situations with a customer service oriented attitudeCoach, train and educate assistant level operations team membersSustain existing client relationships and develop new client relationshipsUnderstand and know what tasks are more important than others; discern what needs to be solved immediately and what can wait; ability to multi-task effectivelyExhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of othersHITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.