Construction Project Leader: On-Time, Profitable Delivery

Samet Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Samet Corporation in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Project Manager to own construction delivery from preconstruction through closeout. You will safeguard budgets, schedules, and quality, drive client relationships, and mentor junior team members.

You will manage procurement, design coordination, and subcontractor selection while ensuring thorough plans, risk management, and on-time project outcomes. This role demands strong leadership and hands-on project control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business administration, or comparable relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing commercial/industrial, education, multi-family, or healthcare construction projects.
• Strong leadership, management, and computer skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license required.
• LEED Green Associate accreditation status (preferred).
• 30-Hour OSHA certification.
• Proven ability to exceed client expectations and solve problems expeditiously.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project procurement strategy, trade partner solicitation, quantitative take-offs, and general conditions development.
• Manage designers and design/procurement completion for negotiated, design-build, or construction management at-risk projects.
• Support sales presentations and develop and maintain client relationships before, during, and after construction completion.
• Participate in developing Project Management Plans (PMP), including teamwork plans and responsibility matrices.
• Develop organized job cost codes and establish buyout strategies to maximize profit potential.
• Create detailed project schedules using company software, including work breakdown structures appropriate for owner contract requirements.
• Understand all contract terms, conditions, payment requirements, schedule demands, and risk elements.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all project requirements as defined in plans and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Procore

Job description

Samet Corporation in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Project Manager to own construction delivery from preconstruction through closeout. You will safeguard budgets, schedules, and quality, drive client relationships, and mentor junior team members.

You will manage procurement, design coordination, and subcontractor selection while ensuring thorough plans, risk management, and on-time project outcomes. This role demands strong leadership and hands-on project control.