Construction Project Manager

Ramboll US Corporation; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Excellent health and retirement benefit

Commitment to professional development

Job summary

Ramboll US Corporation is seeking a Construction Project Manager for a permanent, full-time role in South Central New York. You will lead planning, execution, and closeout of MEPF upgrades, building modernization, and site rehabilitation projects, ensuring schedule, quality, safety and stakeholder alignment.

You will manage on-site activities, coordinate shutdowns, and drive safety programs while maintaining thorough documentation. Strong communication and project controls are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in Construction Management or related field and 5+ years of related experience.
• Proven success delivering MEPF, building upgrades, and site projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam.
• Strong project controls capability (schedule, cost, risk, change management).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read drawings/specifications and manage construction phase activity.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of upgrades and modernization projects.
• Manage day-to-day site activities for contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor and track project progress and team productivity.
• Handle submittals, RFIs, inspections, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate shutdown planning and proactive client communications.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Reading drawings

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Bluebeam

Job description

Construction Project Manager

Location: South Central New York | Job type: Permanent | Full-time | Business Unit: Energy

The Role

Lead planning, execution, and closeout of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEPF) upgrades, building modernization, environmental compliance works, and site rehabilitation projects. Responsible for managing schedule, quality, safety, and stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Development
  • Support project scope definition, objectives, execution strategy, and delivery milestones.
  • Plan utility shutdowns/outages, project phasing, and develop continuity strategies to minimize disruption to operations.
• Project Execution
  • Manage day‑to‑day site activities for contractors and subcontractors.
  • Monitor and track project progress and team productivity.
  • Manage submittals, requests for information (RFI), inspections, and as‑built documentation.
  • Proactive communication with client operations.
  • Coordinate shutdown planning.
• Compliance & Safety Management
  • Implement site‑specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
  • Facilitate toolbox talks and permit‑to‑work systems (Lock‑out/Tag‑out, hot work, confined space, etc.).
  • Maintain documentation for daily permits, inspection reports, test records, O&M manuals, training, and closeout deliverables.
  • Coordinate with EHS teams to ensure compliance with OSHA and client safety programs.
• Success Metrics
  • On‑time, on‑budget project delivery with strong performance.
  • Effective risk/issue management and disciplined change control.
  • High client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Strong HSEQ outcomes.
  • Team engagement, mentoring, and capability development.

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering, or a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Proven success delivering MEPF, building upgrades, and site projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam.
• Strong project controls capability (schedule, cost, risk, change management).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read drawings/specifications and manage construction phase activity.

Certifications (Desired)

• OSHA 30‑Hour (Construction)
• First Aid/CPR

Additional Information

• Work arrangement: Daily travel to project sites in South Central NY and the Corning Valley.
• Requires on‑site work in mechanical rooms and active construction environments.
• Language: English (additional languages a plus).
• Background checks/security clearances.

What We Can Offer You

• Commitment to professional development.
• A culture that welcomes you as a unique person.
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
• The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company.
• Competitive base salary.
• Excellent health and retirement benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For applicants with disabilities, please let us know if any adjustments to the application process are needed. Contact us at [e-mail].

Compensation

The U.S. pay range for this position is $82,000 - $120,000 annually and does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.