Construction Project Manager

Haven Design|Build; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick/vacation PTO + holidays

Education and license/certification stipends

Health insurance options with employer contribution

401(K) with up to 4% match

Parental leave

Performance and other bonuses

Job summary

Haven Design|Build is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Durham, NC. This role involves guiding clients through the construction process and managing multiple residential projects to ensure high quality and timely delivery. Responsibilities include managing schedules and budgets, coordinating with site supervisors, and fostering client relationships. Benefits include full-time salaried employment, health insurance options, and a hybrid work schedule. A Bachelor’s degree and strong project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (preferably in an applicable industry).
• Strong understanding of project management and highly organized.
• Confident and capable guide for clients.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment.
• Technical and trade knowledge required to manage residential construction.
• Demonstrates systematic commitment to all construction best practices.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients by leading construction services.
• Manage client relationships and ensure quality customer service.
• Prepare and manage construction schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate and coordinate site supervisor work.
• Manage project administration and documentation.

Skills

Strong understanding of project management

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage residential construction

Time management skills

Ability to work within a collaborative team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable industry

Job description

Position Description

The Construction Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for guiding clients through the construction process while providing professional project management to produce high quality projects on time and on budget. This role is fully responsible for multiple single‑family projects concurrently while periodically supporting other firm operations. At Haven, construction professionals collaborate with design professionals every day.

Responsibilities

• Be an expert guide to clients by leading construction services.
• Manage client relationships and ensure quality customer service.
• Understand, communicate, and ensure the execution of client values, goals, and vision.
• Provide clients with timely, accurate, and helpful information, including:
  • Facilitating bi‑weekly client meetings (with agendas and minutes).
  • Creating and managing schedules (Gantt).
  • Accurate construction budgeting and reporting.
• Prepare and manage construction schedules.
• Prepare and manage construction budgets.
• Collaborate and coordinate site supervisor work.
• Manage project administration and documentation.
• Permit submittal and coordination.
• Coordinate with inspections.
• Prepare and release bid packages.
• Review and approve bidders, check bids for compliance.
• Manage and schedule subcontractors.
• Order specification materials and equipment.
• Review and approve expenses.
• Prepare progress invoicing and payments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in an applicable industry).
• Strong understanding of project management and highly organized.
• Confident and capable guide for clients.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment.
• Must possess technical and trade knowledge required to manage residential construction.
• Demonstrates systematic commitment to all construction best practices.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Excellent time management skills.
• Maintain positive relationships through courteous and respectful actions.
• Must have a smartphone with a data plan.
• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• The ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

Position Objectives

• 100% client satisfaction.
• Be an integral part of a functional team.
• Projects are on budget and on schedule.
• Build long‑term partnerships with trade partners.

Employment Benefits

• W2, salaried, full‑time employment. Salary based on experience.
• Sick/vacation PTO + holidays.
• Education and license/certification stipends.
• Hybrid work schedule with dedicated in‑office days.
• Health insurance options with employer contribution.
• 401(K) with up to 4% match.
• Parental leave (after 12‑month employment).
• Performance and other bonuses.
• All new staff start with a 60‑to‑90‑day trial period as W2 hourly full‑time employment with limited benefits.