Construction Project Manager

Skill; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

FSA / HSA

Employee Wellness Programs

Free housing and Meals on rotation

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Skill is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Leader to oversee multiple civil scope projects, from inception to closeout. You will guide site teams, coordinate with vendors, and ensure budgets and timelines are met with rigorous attention to quality and safety.

This role demands strategic thinking and hands-on leadership to deliver complex infrastructure and commercial developments. Responsibilities include planning, resource allocation, risk management, and extensive client communication.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civil scope projects and site teams.
• 8+ years in construction project management with budgets.
• Strong client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple civil scope projects from initiation to completion, delivering on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans with timelines, milestones, and resources.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for flawless execution.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation across projects.
• Manage changes to scope, schedule, and costs with verification techniques.
• Track performance and generate reports for management.
• Identify and manage project risks and relationships with vendors.

Skills

Construction project management

Budget management

Client communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Placement Type:

Permanent

Salary:

$120,000-140,000 Salary

Start Date:

Aug 24, 2026

Partnering with Aquent, a leading talent solutions provider, we are supporting a prominent organization at the forefront of driving significant infrastructure development. This company is dedicated to managing large-scale civil scopes, including site development, utilities, and concrete work, for major commercial and modular projects. They are committed to innovation and excellence, shaping the landscape of modern construction through meticulous planning and execution.

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic leader to take on a pivotal role in managing multi-million-dollar civil scopes. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact, directly influencing the successful delivery of critical infrastructure and commercial developments. As a key player, you will be instrumental in guiding projects from inception to completion, leading dedicated site teams, and ensuring financial and operational excellence. Your expertise will directly contribute to the expansion and success of significant ventures, leaving a lasting mark on communities and industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple civil scope projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Report and elevate to management as needed.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project.
• Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members' individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels.
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Use and continually develop leadership skills.

Required Qualifications

• Proven working experience in construction project management, with civil scope responsibilities.
• 8+ years of experience leading site teams, managing budgets, and steering projects from pre-award through closeout.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8-10 years of project management experience with a strong focus on civil scope for projects.
• Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple diverse commercial and infrastructure projects simultaneously.
• Experience with project management software tools.

Compensation

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $120K - $140K annual, plus bonus. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

Benefits

• Health / Medical / Dental Insurance
• 401K
• FSA / HSA
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Free housing and Meals on rotation
• Pet Insurance

About Skill:

Skill connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial and administrative talent with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match and flexible spending accounts.

Skill is an equal-opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.