Construction Project Manager

Canam; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great team and work culture

Competitive compensation and benefits

Medical, dental, and pension benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Various other perks and discounts

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Milford, MA is seeking a Project Manager to oversee construction projects from initiation to close-out. This role involves financial and contractual leadership, ensuring strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of project management experience in construction. This position requires travel to project sites across the Northeast US and occasionally to Canada, offering a competitive compensation package and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive experience in construction project management.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and scheduling.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary financial, contractual, and operational lead for projects.
• Produce and manage the Schedule of Values (SOV).
• Coordinate with subcontractors and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Construction project management

Financial forecasting

Cost control

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of construction projects from initiation through close-out. This is a fully in-office role based in Boston, MA, with regular travel to project sites across the Northeast US and occasional travel to Canada.

The Project Manager acts as the primary financial, contractual, and operational lead, responsible for accurate forecasting, detailed planning, subcontractor coordination, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Work location and travel requirement

• Primary work location: Milford, MA office (in-office role)
• Travel expectations: approximately 25–50%
• Regular travel to project sites across the Northeast US
• Occasional international travel to Canada

Key responsibilities and expectations

• Financial andcontractual leadership
  • Produce and manage the Schedule of Values (SOV)
  • Manage monthly invoicing
  • Execute cost control and financial forecasting
  • Manage Purchase Orders, RFQs, and invoice approvals
  • Control Change Requests and Change Orders documentation
  • Review proposals, drawings, and budgets
    
• Project planning andexecution
  • Develop and manage erection and delivery schedules
  • Produce engineer-stamped erection procedures
  • Lead internal and external kick-off meetings
  • Monitor BIM drafting and fabrication schedules
  • Coordinate with field teams and subcontractors
    
• Project close-out andcontinuous improvement
  • Coordinate project close-out and sign-offs
  • Produce complete close-out documentation
  • Lead lessons learned and post-mortem reviews

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive experience in construction project management
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, cost control, and scheduling
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Additional Information

Company Description
Since 1960, Canam has been an employer with a strong, unifying and family culture, rallying its 5,100 employees. With offices in Canada, the United States, Romania, India and the Philippines, our company continues to grow thanks to the innovation and know-how of everyone involved. Moreover, to build structures known and recognized for their quality across North America, you must feel that you have everything you need to succeed in these large-scale projects. Proud of our achievements, we are here to stay, and it is with you that we want to do it.

Why work for Canam?
You will work in an environment where you will be encouraged to be creative and share your best practices. We offer:

• A great team and amazing work culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Medical, dental, and pension benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Various other perks, discounts and benefits

Canam Buildings US Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Canam Group Inc.

Canam is an employment equity employer, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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