Construction Manager (Parks Capital Projects)

McKnight International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

McKnight International is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support public-sector parks, recreation, building, and capital improvement projects throughout the greater Houston area. This part-time, on-site role requires coordinating contractors, reviewing plans, and maintaining documentation to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have eight+ years of construction management or related infrastructure experience, a related Bachelor's degree, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum eight (8) years of construction management, construction inspection, project management, engineering, or related infrastructure experience.
• Experience supporting public-sector, municipal, infrastructure, building, or capital improvement projects.
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and change orders.
• Strong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, contract documents, and construction practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction management oversight for assigned construction projects.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, inspectors, and project team members.
• Review project progress and identify construction issues or potential risks.
• Conduct field observations and document construction progress.
• Monitor project schedules and construction milestones.
• Assist with contractor pay application reviews.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change order requests.
• Maintain project documentation, meeting minutes, reports, and correspondence.
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project safety requirements.
• Attend and facilitate regularly scheduled project meetings.
• Prepare project status reports and construction updates.

Skills

Construction Management

Communication skills

Travel between sites

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture/PM

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling Software

Construction Documentation Systems

Project Management Software

Job description

Houston, United States

McKnight International is a leading project controls and technology implementation company known for its dedication to safety, quality, and excellence in the construction industry. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high‑quality projects on time and within budget.

Job Description

Construction Manager (Parks Capital Projects)
Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Part‑Time
Work Arrangement: Fully On‑Site

We kindly ask not to be contacted at this time by recruiters or third‑party agencies.

About McKnight International McKnight International provides project controls, construction management, and infrastructure technology consulting services supporting public infrastructure, transportation, aviation, civil, and capital improvement programs throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering qualified professionals, innovative solutions, and exceptional client service while supporting successful project delivery across complex infrastructure programs.

Position Summary McKnight International is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support public‑sector parks, recreation, building, and capital improvement projects throughout the greater Houston area. This position is responsible for providing construction management oversight during project delivery, including contractor coordination, quality assurance, schedule monitoring, documentation management, and communication with project team members. The ideal candidate possesses strong construction management experience and the ability to manage multiple construction activities while supporting project delivery objectives.

Requirements

Construction Management

• Provide construction management oversight for assigned construction projects
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, inspectors, and project team members
• Review project progress and identify construction issues or potential risks
• Conduct field observations and document construction progress
• Monitor project schedules and construction milestones
• Assist with contractor pay application reviews
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change order requests
• Maintain project documentation, meeting minutes, reports, and correspondence
• Support quality assurance and quality control activities
• Monitor contractor compliance with project safety requirements
• Attend and facilitate regularly scheduled project meetings
• Prepare project status reports and construction updates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field preferred
• Minimum eight (8) years of construction management, construction inspection, project management, engineering, or related infrastructure experience
• Experience supporting public‑sector, municipal, infrastructure, building, or capital improvement projects
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and change orders
• Strong knowledge of construction plans, specifications, contract documents, and construction practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites

Preferred Experience

• Parks and recreation construction projects
• Public building construction
• Construction inspection
• Owner's representative experience
• Experience supporting public‑sector, municipal, county, state, or other government‑funded capital improvement projects

Preferred Certifications

• CCM (Certified Construction Manager)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• OSHA Training Certifications
• Other construction or project management certifications
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Construction Documentation Systems
• Project Management SoftwareDocument Management Systems
• Scheduling Software (Preferred)

Physical, Schedule & Eligibility Requirements

• Part‑time on‑site position
• Ability to travel between project sites as required
• Must be available to attend project sites approximately three to five times per week
• Must attend regularly scheduled project meetings
• Frequent field visits and outdoor work required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and be able to pass all required background clearances

Compensation Compensation will be discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process and will be based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and relevant construction management experience.
Competitive compensation
Collaborative and team‑oriented work environment
Opportunity to support impactful public infrastructure and parks projects

McKnight International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.