Construction PM: Planning, Budgets & Safety

Liberty; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty is seeking a Project Manager to lead diverse construction projects from planning through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, and safety while coordinating with clients, field staff, and subcontractors to ensure successful outcomes.

The role requires a strong grasp of estimating, forecasting, and procurement, with the ability to read plans and use industry software. You may travel to support regional projects and drive organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management is required.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, cost planning and safety.
• Experience reading plans and specifications with software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Manage project estimating, submittals, RFI procurement, and track production progress.
• Optimize resource allocation, including labor, materials, and equipment, while ensuring cost-effective procurement.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and maintain effective communication with clients, field staff, and subcontractors.
• Ensure accurate and timely requisitions, change orders, and project budgets in collaboration with the billing team.
• Conduct regular site inspections, monitor project progress, and hold status meetings with field teams.
• Identify constructability issues, propose solutions, and update project work plans as needed.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety and document controls, both in the office and on-site.
• Occasionally travel to support regional projects, contributing to organizational growth.
• Maintains a complete understanding of the current status of the assigned project and organization, contributing to the growth and success of the business.

Skills

Project planning

Cost management

Cost estimating

Forecasting

Time labor management

Quality management

Contract administration

Safety management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital Takeoff

Bluebeam

Onscreen Takeoff

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Timberline

Job description

Liberty is seeking a Project Manager to lead diverse construction projects from planning through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, and safety while coordinating with clients, field staff, and subcontractors to ensure successful outcomes.

The role requires a strong grasp of estimating, forecasting, and procurement, with the ability to read plans and use industry software. You may travel to support regional projects and drive organizational growth.