Construction Project Manager

Insight Global; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance offerings

Paid leave

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Tennessee is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee ground-up construction projects in the Chattanooga area. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, demonstrating strong project management skills, particularly in commercial construction. You will manage project schedules, budgets, and maintain communication with clients and subcontractors. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits. Travel throughout the Southeast is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial general contracting.
• Experience managing projects with contract values around $10M.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects from planning to delivery.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Coordination with superintendents to ensure project success.
• Oversee budgets, financial reporting, and risk management.

Skills

5+ years of experience as a Construction Project Manager

Managing ground-up construction projects

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage project schedules

Willingness to travel

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Construction Project Manager for one of their clients in the Chattanooga area within the commercial construction industry. This individual will have full ownership of ground-up construction projects from early planning and preconstruction through final delivery and closeout, typically managing multiple projects at a time. Day to day, they will develop and maintain detailed project schedules, manage the RFI and submittal process, coordinate purchasing strategies, and partner closely with superintendents to keep projects on track. They will collaborate with estimating and purchasing teams to ensure profitability, oversee budgets and financial reporting, and proactively identify and resolve risks or issues. The role involves frequent communication with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure high-quality execution and strong relationships. The Project Manager will also handle requisitions, collections, and documentation while maintaining accurate and up-to-date project records. Travel throughout the Southeast is expected for site visits, with occasional out-of-state travel supported by the company.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Project Manager within a commercial general contracting environment
• Proven experience managing ground-up construction projects, including projects with contract values around $10M
• Experience overseeing projects from preconstruction and early planning through closeout and final delivery
• Strong ability to manage project schedules, RFIs, submittals, budgets, and financial performance
• Experience running multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced or growing organization
• Strong communication skills with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Southeast for site visits, including occasional out-of-state travel

Compensation

$100,000 to $150,000 per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.