Construction Project Manager

Hohl Industrial Services Inc; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hohl Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from initial engagement through closeout.

You will manage estimates, proposals, contracts, scheduling, and field coordination with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams. The ideal candidate will balance office and field leadership, prioritize safety, drive on-time delivery, and maintain adherence to contract requirements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Professional certification in Project Management required.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification required.
• Experience with Lean Construction or similar methodologies, with continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct customer and job site visits to identify opportunities and gather requirements.
• Collaborate with estimating to develop detailed project estimates and prepare proposals.
• Review project scopes and contracts to align customer expectations with proposed work.
• Establish execution strategies, schedules, and work plans.
• Coordinate preconstruction activities with Safety, Quality, Dispatch, Fabrication, and Accounting.
• Identify resources, labor, tools, and equipment for project execution.
• Develop handover packages and communicate scope, schedules, and safety requirements to field leadership.
• Oversee projects from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with budgets and specs.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and stakeholders.

Job description

Hohl Industrial Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Construction Project Manager to oversee the successful planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from initial customer engagement and preconstruction through project completion and closeout.

This role is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned construction projects, including estimating, proposals, contract review, scheduling, resource coordination, job cost management, and customer relations. The Construction Project Manager will work closely with customers, field personnel, subcontractors, and internal departments to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized, and effective leader who can manage multiple priorities, build strong working relationships, and confidently oversee projects in both office and field environments.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development & Estimating

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers, serving as a primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.




• Conduct customer and job site visits to identify project opportunities, gather information, and evaluate project requirements.




• Collaborate with estimating personnel to develop accurate and detailed project estimates.




• Prepare project proposals and bid packages in accordance with customer specifications and project requirements.




• Review project scopes, purchase orders, and contract terms to ensure alignment between customer expectations and proposed work.

Project Planning & Coordination

• Establish project execution strategies, including appropriate means and methods, schedules, and work plans.




• Coordinate preconstruction activities with internal departments, including Safety, Quality, Dispatch, Fabrication, and Accounting.




• Identify and coordinate project labor, tools, equipment, transportation, lifting plans, and other resources necessary for successful project execution.




• Develop project handover packages and communicate project scope, schedules, specifications, safety requirements, and customer expectations to field leadership.




• Ensure Foremen and field personnel have the resources, documentation, and information necessary to safely and efficiently execute assigned work.

Project Execution & Management

• Oversee assigned construction projects from initial planning through completion, ensuring work is performed in accordance with project specifications, schedules, budgets, and customer expectations.




• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure compliance with company and project requirements.




• Manage project documentation, submittals, purchase orders, subcontractors, vendors, change orders, customer meetings, invoicing, and project records.




• Monitor project costs and performance, identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to maintain project financial objectives.




• Maintain consistent communication with customers, field personnel, and internal stakeholders regarding project progress, expectations, and potential concerns.

Safety & Quality Oversight

• Partner with the Safety Department to identify and communicate project-specific safety requirements and ensure appropriate safety planning is in place.




• Coordinate the preparation, review, and execution of Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) with field leadership.




• Participate in required job site safety audits and help ensure compliance with applicable safety programs.




• Coordinate with the Quality Department to review project-specific quality requirements and oversee required internal, customer, and third-party inspections.




• Ensure project activities comply with company quality standards and applicable AISC quality program requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• 7–15 years of project management experience in construction or a related industry.




• Demonstrated advanced technical knowledge and expertise, with the ability to independently manage large-scale or complex construction projects.




• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered.




• Professional certification in Project Management required.




• OSHA 30-Hour certification required.




• Experience with Lean Construction or similar process-improvement methodologies, with the ability to apply continuous improvement practices to project scheduling, coordination, and execution.




• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project estimating, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management.




• Advanced knowledge of contract review, negotiation, subcontractor management, procurement, and change order administration.




• Proficiency in construction project management software and financial reporting systems, including job cost tracking, earned value, invoicing, and project closeout.




• Strong understanding of construction safety practices, rigging, lifting operations, and applicable AISC quality requirements.




• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and develop others.




• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers, contractors, subcontractors, field personnel, and internal stakeholders.




• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment and make decisions regarding project budgets, schedules, contracts, and resource allocation.

Additional Preferred Certifications & Training:

• Advanced Project Management certification.




• Certified Construction Manager (CCM).




• Master Rigger training.




• Construction Estimating Certificate.




• Advanced training in contract review and negotiation.




• PMP certification or equivalent professional project management credential.

Work Environment

This position involves a combination of office-based work and regular visits to active construction sites and industrial facilities. Candidates must be comfortable working in industrial environments that may involve exposure to dirt, noise, varying temperatures, uneven surfaces, and other typical construction site conditions.

Why Join Hohl Industrial Services?

Hohl Industrial Services, Inc. established in 1950, with headquarters in Tonawanda, NY, is a full-service specialized organization that provides for a diverse industrial clientele. Hohl offers a unique range of field, shop, technical, equipment sales and services.

With our professional staff of engineers, project managers, skilled tradespeople, fabricators and machinists, we are able to thoroughly study and develop a customized plan to meet all of our client's needs. Combining this with our innovative strategies and techniques, added with our experienced field personnel, we administer these plans in a safe, expedient and economical measure.

Hohl Industrial Services is a certified AISC fabricator and erector. Additionally, we maintain CWB, NYDOT, ODOT, AWS, ASME and ISO certifications

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.