Construction Project Manager

Valor Contracting; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus programs

401(k) retirement

Health insurance

HSA

Dependent Care FSA

Employee assistance

PTO & holidays

Team building

Job summary

Valor Contracting seeks a Project Manager to lead high-impact industrial construction projects from initiation to closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, and quality while coordinating cross-functional teams on site in Fargo, ND.

The role requires directing project plans, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A strong leader capable of strategic delegation will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field preferred.
• 6+ years of industrial construction experience.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project meetings and ensure alignment across all project phases.
• Monitor progress against milestones, proactively resolve challenges, and maintain accountability across stakeholders.
• Develop and manage complex project plans that integrate multiple scopes, timelines, and resource needs; ensure thorough documentation and compliance.
• Manage detailed project budgets, procurement activities, and financial performance.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, address disputes, and ensure contract compliance.
• Oversee warranty processes and post-construction responses.
• Champion safety by enforcing safety plans and trainings.
• Guide the project team with clear goals and continuous feedback.

Skills

Construction logistics

Plan coordination

Shop drawing coordination

Scope management

Partnership building

Client negotiations

Documentation accuracy

Independent work

Risk mitigation

Project estimation

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Procore

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Valor Contracting provides general contracting, design build, construction management, and tilt-up concrete services across the upper Midwest and surrounding regions. We are committed to providing results, building trust, and operating with integrity.

About The Role

Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for managing high-impact, complex projects from start to finish. The Project Manager oversees the initiation, ongoing management, and completion of large, complex projects, ensuring comprehensive oversight of budget, schedule, and quality, with the authority to delegate tasks to team members. You’ll drive success by managing budgets, timelines, and quality standards—while empowering your team through strategic delegation and leadership. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference on projects that matter.

Position Logistics

• Work Environment: On-Site
• Location: Fargo, ND
• Work Schedule: Based on project schedule needs.
• Work Type: Full Time, Exempt

Position Responsibilities

• Lead project meetings and ensure alignment across all project phases.
• Monitor progress against key milestones, proactively resolve challenges, and maintain accountability across stakeholders.
• Develop and manage complex project plans that integrate multiple scopes, timelines, and resource needs. Ensure all project documentation is thorough, timely, and compliant with internal and external standards. Implement and optimize advanced project management tools to streamline workflows and enhance visibility. Manage detailed project budgets, procurement activities, and financial performance.
• Conduct detailed cost analyses, identify financial risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Review and approve cost change orders and ensure financial impacts are well documented and justified.
• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to contract terms. Address and resolve subcontractor disputes and contractual issues with professionalism and fairness. Lead final project closeout activities, ensuring all deliverables are met and client satisfaction is achieved.
• Oversee project warranty processes and respond to post-construction concerns.
• Champion a culture of safety by enforcing comprehensive safety plans and attending all required trainings.
• Guide the project team to exceed expectations through clear goals and continuous feedback.

We're Seeking Individuals Who Have

• Strong knowledge of construction logistics, plan, and shop drawing coordination, along with scope management
• Proven ability to build partnerships and trust with internal/external partners
• Proven ability to deliver presentations and negotiate effectively with clients and subcontractors.
• Track record of ensuring accuracy and quality in complex project documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects.
• Advanced understanding of contractual, financial, schedule and risk mitigation elements of construction projects
• Demonstrates expertise in project estimation, budgeting, and pre-planning activities
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Microsoft Project
• Extensive hands‑on experience with Bluebeam and Procore

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field preferred
• 6+ years of industrial construction experience, showing progressive growth in or toward a project management role.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred

Physical & Environmental

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged period sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Position involves standing and walking for extended periods of time while working at the jobsite and occasional lifting of heavy objects and sitting at computers.
• Employees must be able to communicate effectively in a typical construction site environment with a standard level of noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking, and lifting are also required.

Total Rewards Approach

Our salary ranges are established based on a combination of market data, internal equity, and the unique characteristics of our organization such as our size, revenue, and industry. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Valor Contracting, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your personal well‑being, professional growth, and financial future.

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review
• Role specific bonus programs
• 401(k) retirement program
• Various supplemental insurance options
• Employee referral program

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental & vision plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Mental health resources & employee assistance programs
• Paid bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plans and paid holidays

Career & Culture

• Team-building and community engagement opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Supportive, values‑driven work environment
• Regular team member feedback surveys to drive workplace improvements

Join Valor and take pride in the work you do and the team you do it with. With us, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find a place where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your potential is limitless. Together, we'll create spaces that inspire and empower.

Valor provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Valor does not work with any third‑party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Talent Acquisition Team.