Construction Project Manager

W3Global; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Construction Project Manager based in the Pittsburgh metro area to lead housing preservation projects. You will coordinate between asset management, development, and acquisition teams, overseeing all phases from due diligence to close-out and post-construction services.

The role requires strong communication, analytical, and accounting skills, with experience in Procore and Excel preferred. Travel to construction sites across the Pittsburgh region will be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management or related field.
• Procore experience or equivalent construction software is preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, project management and accounting skills required.
• Experience with affordable housing projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design to ensure underwriting and financing alignment with standards.
• Conduct site inspections and document conditions.
• Prepare and manage bid packages and leveling sheets for subs/consultants.
• Monitor schedules, submittals, RFIs, budgets and monthly status reports.
• Ensure permits, insurance certificates and invoicing are in order.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Excel

Job description

Construction Project Manager | Pittsburgh, PA | Full-time

We are the leader in affordable housing development. We are focused on the construction and preservation of affordable housing across the country. Our mission is to provide thoughtful, community-oriented housing solutions which combine the needs of local stakeholders and private partners. Our core belief is that in doing right by partners and stakeholders, we can solve problems, create healthy communities, and have fun doing so.

About Us

We are the leader in affordable housing development. We are focused on the construction and preservation of affordable housing across the country. Our mission is to provide thoughtful, community-oriented housing solutions which combine the needs of local stakeholders and private partners. Our core belief is that in doing right by partners and stakeholders, we can solve problems, create healthy communities, and have fun doing so.

Job Summary

The Construction Project Manager (PM) will based in Pittsburg and be responsible for actively organizing and guiding housing preservation jobs in the Pittsburgh metro area (Allegheny County). The PM will be involved in and support all phases of the project inclusive of:

• Due diligence
• Pre-construction
• Construction
• Close-out
• Post-construction services.

This position will report to the Project Director and will serve as a construction management liaison with the Asset Management, Development, and Acquisition teams, as applicable for each project. The candidate must possess solid communication, analytical, project management, and accounting skills.

Position Summary

• Assist in the design process to ensure compliance with underwriting, financing sustainability, and design standards.
• Perform site inspections. To include taking photographs, assessing existing conditions, and creating written project documents.
• Prepare and track bid packages.
• Prepare and manage leveling sheets for 3rd party consultants and subcontractors.
• Perform project status reviews by preparing and monitoring project schedules, submittals/RFI logs, open items and meeting minutes.
• Setup initial contracts and project information.
• Manage the project permit process.
• Ensure subcontractors provide certificates of insurance that meet contractual requirements prior to mobilization.
• Assist in the management of the project-based accounting process - including requisitions and preparing project draws. Review all work for accuracy and completeness.
• Review subcontractor and vendor invoices in addition to pay schedules throughout the lifecycle of the project and advise of appropriate changes.
• Clear violations and maintain compliance with building codes.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plans, in coordination with the team, property managers and subcontractors.
• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems as needed.
• Support the Project Manager in the preparation of reports regarding financial performance of the project, including internal budgets, costs to complete, contracts, billings, collections, subcontractor payments, change order preparation and resolution.
• Monitor project scope for changes affecting budget and/or schedule.
• Prepare monthly project status reports, as required, for approval by Project Executive.
• Keep consistent lines of communication open with clients and proactively share project progress and budget matters.
• Attend and/or lead project meetings.
• Assist in resolving subcontractor claims during subcontractor close-out period.
• Organize and deliver project close-out/as-built documents.
• Demonstrate commitment to an injury‑free environment through own actions and mentoring others.

Required Experience

• 5-10 years of related construction project management experience.

Desired Experience

• Knowledge of Procore or experience with similar software and advanced Excel knowledge a plus.
• Experience in managing multiple projects with high intensity.
• Buyout proficiency and experience leveling trades.
• Document management.
• Experience reviewing construction contracts and contractor requisitions.
• 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification.
• Experience in affordable housing a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively with various parties and work independently.
• Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with high level of initiative.

Work Environment

This job operates in an office environment and will require travel to construction sites, property management offices and prospective development/rehab properties across the Pittsburgh metro area (Allegheny County).