Construction Project Manager

The Wesson Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health, Rx, Vision, and Dental

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing eligible

Life Insurance & Disability

Tuition assistance

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

The Wesson Group, LLC is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join a close-knit team with four decades of heavy civil and renewable energy experience. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration across engineering, construction, and regulatory teams.

You will lead projects from inception to close, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team, including vendors and owners. Based in NY, regional travel is expected. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a Project Management level role (responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction project)
• 10+ years of total experience in project management
• OSHA 30 Certificate or related trainings (OSHA 30 can be provided)

Responsibilities

• Work on projects from inception to close with detailed knowledge of each phase.
• Coordinate and manage the project execution team (engineering, construction, safety, quality, environmental).
• Prepare and monitor project budgets and schedules to meet targets.
• Develop and implement a management plan using tools like Hard Dollar, Viewpoint, Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Procure vendors and subcontractors.
• Manage project budget with monthly cost-to-complete projections and unit-level labor budgets.
• Interface with design consultants, engineers, architects, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and regulatory officials.
• Manage change orders, changes in scope, and RFIs with the design team.
• Review submittals and ensure timely responses and approvals.
• Promote core values and pursue personal and professional growth.
• Travel regionally as required.

Skills

Project management experience

Team leadership

Scheduling & critical path

Budget monitoring

Vendor/subcontractor procurement

Change orders & RFIs

Problem solving

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree

OSHA 30 Certificate

Job description

Join The Wesson Group — Together We Grow

Construction Project Manager

The Wesson Group, LLC is growing and seeking a motivated individual to join our close-knit team. With over four decades of experience, our team delivers heavy civil and renewable energy design-build excellence. We specialize in sustainable solutions for wind, solar, marine, infrastructure, heavy civil, and transportation. Headquartered in Johnstown, NY, our work ranges throughout Western, Central, and Northern NY. Our unwavering commitment to safety, excellence, transparency, and stakeholder collaboration positions people at the heart of everything we do.

At The Wesson Group, you’re more than just a number - you’re part of a team that puts safety and family first. We take pride in our work and support each other with respect and professionalism. In the field, you work with colleagues who take pride in the project. You will work in a respectful environment with top-tier experienced professionals dedicated to superior quality. Across the board - whether you are a veteran, a mid-career professional or just starting out, the Wesson Group offers a place to grow and excel.

We currently are seeking a Construction Project Manager with a background in self-performed heavy civil and highway construction to join our family of dedicated and hard-working professionals.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Responsible for working on our project(s) from inception to close with detailed knowledge of each project phase and process.
• Comply with and enforce the corporate health & safety program.
• Coordinate and manage the project execution team, including engineering, construction, safety, quality, and environmental staff.
• Preparation and regular monitoring of project budget and schedules to ensure targets are met.
• Development and implementation of a management plan for the project using TWG’s array of resources and software including Hard Dollar, Viewpoint, Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Procurement of vendors and subcontractors.
• Manage the project budget on a continuous basis to include monthly cost to complete projections and monitor daily/weekly quantity installation and labor budgets per unit.
• Ability to interface with internal and external contacts, including design consultants, engineers & architects, subcontractors, equipment vendors, regulatory officials and agencies, etc.
• Interface with project owners, subcontractors, vendors and others as required.
• Facilitate and manage critical path activities. Identify and process all Change Orders and changes in scope.
• Identify and generate RFI’s based on field conditions and facilitate rapid and complete responses from the design team.
• Manage and review Project submittals, including those from subcontractors, and submit to the appropriate parties.
• Display, support, and maintain Company core values and behaviors
• Continually grow personal and professional skills and knowledge through our company supported growth plan.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with all safety practices and protocols of employees and subcontractors.
• Work under the supervision of the Sr. Project Manager or Project Executive and perform other duties as assigned.
• Report to and perform duties located at the project office site.
• Some regional travel will be required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Construction Management or Civil Engineer degree.
• 4+ years in a Project Management level role (responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction project), 10+ years of total experience in project management.
• OSHA 30 Certificate and related trainings (OSHA 30 can be provided at start of employment).
• Have a winning attitude, a positive problem-solving approach, and enjoy working in a team environment.
• Ability to supervise and lead a construction team to a successful project completion.
• Be organized with proficient time management skills.
• The ability to create, maintain, and manage complicated schedules and critical paths.
• Resourcefulness and creativity.
• Three positive client or employer references from whom you’ve worked in the last 5 years.

Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000-$160,000 depending on experience
• Competitive compensation package including a bonus program
• Comprehensive Health, Rx, Vision, and Dental package
• Supplemental 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing eligible
• Company contribution to a defined contribution retirement plan
• Company paid Supplemental Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan Repayment Plan or Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and development opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off