Construction Project Manager

Metric Geo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Bonus opportunities

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Career advancement

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead complex projects across pharmaceutical, biotech, semiconductor, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing sectors. You will oversee field operations from preconstruction through turnover, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring on-time delivery.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s in construction management or related field and 5+ years of experience in commercial or mission-critical construction, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial, industrial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or mission-critical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of contracts, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and project financial management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple project stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, and field activities for seamless delivery.
• Lead kickoff and progress meetings, and provide regular client updates.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contracts, change orders, and project documentation.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, and profitability; ensure compliance with codes and safety standards.
• Oversee closeout: punch lists, commissioning, and final documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Construction Superintendents

Metric Geo is partnering with a leading design-build contractor specializing in modular cleanrooms, controlled environments, and mission-critical facilities, on the search for an experienced Construction Project Manager. This is an opportunity to lead innovative projects across the pharmaceutical, biotech, semiconductor, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing sectors while overseeing field operations from preconstruction through project completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and overall project execution plans
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, and field construction activities to ensure seamless project delivery
• Lead project kickoff meetings, progress meetings, and regular client updates
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contracts, change orders, and project documentation
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure profitability
• Review and process RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and other project documentationWork closely with Superintendents to coordinate field operations, manpower, equipment, and project sequencing
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to maintain schedule and budget
• Ensure projects comply with contract requirements, quality standards, and applicable codes and regulations
• Promote a strong culture of safety and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company policies
• Oversee project closeout, including punch list completion, commissioning support, and final documentation
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Perform other project management duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial, industrial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or mission-critical construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and project financial management
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple project stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Cleanroom experience an advantage!
• Ability to travel 100%

What's In It For You

Financial Wellbeing

• Company vehicle
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career advancement with an industry leader delivering innovative cleanroom and controlled environment solutions
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects supporting biotechnology, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing clients