Commercial Project Manager

Hickory Construction, Inc.; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hickory Construction, Inc. is seeking a Construction Project Manager to provide technical leadership, coordinate activities, and oversee quality across multiple projects on-site in Tennessee.

The role requires strong knowledge of building codes, blueprints, safety policies, and budgeting, with experience using MS Project, Procore, and MS Office. You will interact with clients, subcontractors, and design professionals to ensure timely completion and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Construction management and leadership experience required.
• Knowledge of building codes, ability to read and interpret blueprints, and municipal permitting requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Excel, MS Project and related web applications; Procore certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise, coordinate activities and ensure quality control on multiple projects.
• Maintain daily project documentation and distribute as needed.
• Prepare project schedules on MS Project and review with VPO.
• Ensure site safety policy is followed by all personnel.
• Coordinate subcontractors to minimize delays and costs.
• Lead OAC meetings and maintain accurate meeting notes for stakeholders.
• Monitor budget and expenses to stay within approved amounts.
• Serve as primary owner contact and manage project communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Excel

MS Office

Procore

Job description

Responsible for providing technical expertise, activity coordination and quality control for all daily work and forward planning on multiple projects simultaneously. Front line interaction with subcontractors, vendors, local municipality officials, design professionals and clients. This position provides key communication on a multitude of fronts to ensure that the expectations of all parties are met and/or exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Regular presence on the work site and available at all times to the employees and subcontractors working on same while work is ongoing.
• Maintain or provide for daily project documentation to be completed as required and distributed as needed.
• Prepare Project Schedules on MS Project and review with VPO. Maintain updates as needed for effective scheduling.
• Ensure that company Safety Policy is being followed at all times by all individuals on site, even visitors such as design professionals and clients.
• Proactively coordinate all work and members with Project Superintendent staff to ensure that execution is as seamless as possible and rework is minimized.
• Monitor project progress daily and adjust activities as needed to avoid delays. Provide updates to supervisor on schedule and subcontractor performance.
• Conduct OAC and subcontractor progress meetings as needed to facilitate project communication. Ensure notes of same are accurate and distributed.
• Maintain adequate control over purchases and expenses on project to ensure only appropriate expenses get processed for payment and are within budgeted amounts.
• Proactively coordinate all subcontractors on multiple projects within area so as to minimize delays and additional expenses.
• Maintain all project documents, specifications, selections, milestone dates, Hickory Standard Practices and distribute to key players as needed.
• Coordinate equipment needs for the project. Track and provide feedback regarding budget impact of same to the appropriate parties.
• Prepare the Project Deliverables Schedule and collect samples as needed to expedite project flow. Distribute to Design Teams regularly.
• Serve as the primary contact for the owner on projects. Conduct OAC Meetings as needed. Keep accurate records of ALL interactions with visitors to the site.
• Maintain and provide regular updates to the Project Budget Review. Ensure it is distributed to all appropriate parties on a regular basis.

Qualifications

Construction management and leadership experience is required. Knowledge of building codes, the ability to read and interpret for others blue prints, municipal permitting requirements and regulations, mid-level construction management practices and proficient computer knowledge are a prerequisite.

• Valid Drivers License
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar field
• A minimum of 12 months in a Project Manager 1 or equivalent position
• Proficient with Excel, Word, MS Office, MS Project and web based applications and able to train others on same
• Procore Project Manager Certifications required
• Considerable experience in high pressure situations and projects with tight deadlines required
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and non-verbal methods with both internal and external customers
• Ability to work independently to carry out the scope of the project with minimal oversight and assistance from supervisor
• Effective leadership skills for teams of 2-100 individuals at a time including company employees and subcontractors on multiple projects
• OSHA 30 and CPR certified within 12 months of position acquisition.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Why Hickory

• Long-standing reputation for quality and accountability
• Architect-driven residential and commercial projects
• Leadership team that values planning, clarity, and execution
• Opportunity to shape how projects are scheduled and supported company-wide

Hickory Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.