Construction Project Manager

EDC; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical and dental

Life insurance

Disability coverage (short- and long-)

401(K) with employer match

Potential for ownership

Flexible work hours and generous PTO

Job summary

EDC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee a wide range of commercial construction projects across the United States. You will lead a project team, manage budgets, and collaborate closely with the preconstruction department to shape project scopes and timelines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and proficiency with Procore and Sage 300.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Sage 300).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a project team to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage project financials including budgets and costs.
• Collaborate with preconstruction during the pre-bid phase to shape scopes and timelines.
• Monitor progress and provide updates on timelines and budget status.
• Utilize industry tools to track milestones, documentation, and communication.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure safety standards, building codes, and quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Construction software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Sage 300

Job description

EDC is one of the most respected commercial construction companies in the country, with a geographic reach that spans the entire Eastern United States. Our diverse portfolio includes retail, entertainment, grocery, self-storage, sports and recreation, and industrial projects. Since 1990, EDC has been committed not only to building structures but also to fostering a strong community of skilled professionals. With over 60 employees, more than 30 of whom have ownership stakes in the firm, EDC offers both career growth and long-term stability.

The Opportunity

EDC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee a wide range of commercial construction projects across the United States. In this role, you will lead a project team comprising a Project Coordinator and Superintendent(s), ensuring the successful delivery of projects in sectors such as retail, self-storage, entertainment, and industrial. As a Senior Project Manager, you will leverage your commercial construction expertise to manage large-scale projects' complexities from start to finish. The ideal candidate for this position will have 5+ years of experience project managing jobs ranging from $1 - 30 million.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee a project team, including a Project Coordinator and Superintendent(s), to ensure that all aspects of the project are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage project financials: Track budgets, costs, and overall financial performance of each project.
• Collaborate with the preconstruction department during the pre-bid phase to help shape project scopes and timelines.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates on timelines, budget status, and any adjustments or changes to the project.
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as Sage Intacct, GC Pay, and Procore to track project milestones, documentation, and communication.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes, and maintaining high standards of quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

What We Expect from You

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management, specifically in sectors like retail, self-storage, grocery, entertainment, or industrial.
• A Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with construction management software, such as Procore and Sage 300 (experience with similar tools is also acceptable).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and mentor project teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to strategize and implement solutions quickly.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment drug test.

We offer our Project Managers competitive pay. Our benefits package includes:

• Employer-paid medical and dental insurance
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(K) with an employer match
• Potential for ownership
• Flexible work hours and generous paid time off

EDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000 per year. However, if you possess additional experience or valuable skills that could benefit the enterprise, you may be eligible for higher compensation. Other compensation factors may include bonuses and company ownership.