Construction Project Manager

Jobtailor; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Las Vegas is seeking a project manager to lead small to mid‑scale construction initiatives from initiation through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality and client satisfaction.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, a related bachelor’s degree, strong financial acumen, and proficiency with MS Project/Smartsheet/Procore; travel up to 25% is possible. You will collaborate with stakeholders, prepare charters and reports, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/Architecture/Engineering/Real Estate or related field (preferred).
• 3–5 years progressive PM/construction management experience.
• Experience independently managing projects from initiation through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium‑scale projects independently from initiation through closeout, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Support senior project managers on larger regional projects and shadow senior leaders to learn complexities of major initiatives.
• Develop project charters, schedules, and work breakdown structures; manage critical path and site progress.
• Procure and manage contractors and vendors through competitive bidding and contracts within limits.
• Chair project meetings and manage change orders with stakeholder communication and approvals.
• Develop and manage project budgets with real‑time cost monitoring; manage invoices and financial reports.
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned projects and deliver status reports.
• Maintain organized project files and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Participate in design reviews and value engineering; mentor junior staff.
• Engage in coaching sessions to grow toward senior responsibilities.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Client communication

Cost tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering/Real Estate/Business or related field

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Procore

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium‑scale projects ($250K–$1M) independently from initiation through closeout, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Support senior project managers on larger regional projects and shadow senior leaders to learn complexities of major initiatives.
• Develop project charters, schedules, and work breakdown structures; manage critical path, conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety, and deliver formal closeout packages including as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, and warranties.
• Procure and manage general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors through competitive bidding; negotiate contracts within authority limits, manage performance and site logistics, and maintain vendor performance databases.
• Chair project meetings (kickoffs, weekly OACs, and closeouts); prepare agendas, facilitate discussions, drive action‑item resolution, and manage change orders with stakeholder communication and approval.
• Develop and manage project budgets with real‑time cost monitoring; process purchase orders and invoices through JLL/client systems; prepare monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses; manage contingencies and recommend budget adjustments.
• Serve as primary client contact for assigned projects; build relationships through proactive communication; deliver status reports and presentations; anticipate needs and provide solutions while upholding JLL service standards.
• Maintain organized project files (contracts, drawings, RFIs, submittals, permits, inspections, closeout documentation); manage document distribution and tracking logs; ensure compliance with JLL standards, client requirements, and regulatory codes.
• Own defined phases or work packages within larger complex projects; participate in design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments; support capital planning materials and strategic portfolio assessments.
• Participate in structured coaching sessions with senior project managers to review lessons learned and identify growth areas; proactively seek exposure to complex project types and delivery methods; apply learnings to advance toward senior responsibilities and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in project management, construction management, or owner's representation, with demonstrated experience independently managing projects from initiation through closeout.
• Proven track record of managing small to medium‑scale projects (typically $250K–$1M or multi‑trade scopes) with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Strong financial acumen including budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident presenting to clients, senior stakeholders, and executive leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and project scheduling tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore, or similar).
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 25% within the account portfolio.