Construction Project Manager (4+ years) - Austin, TX

Libra Search Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Libra Search Group in Austin is seeking an organized, self-reliant Project Manager with 4+ years in commercial construction to lead owner’s representation through planning, procurement, construction, and closeout.

You will manage budgets, forecasts, and reporting while guiding contract strategy and coordinating with architects, engineers, and permitting agencies. The role emphasizes results without weekend work and requires a strong track record on multimillion-dollar projects.

Qualifications

• Real-world construction background: general contracting, project engineering, or owner's rep experience
• Track record managing complex, multimillion-dollar projects from concept to closeout
• Experience reviewing pay apps, making financial projections, building budgets and schedules
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as Owner's Representative across the full project lifecycle, from planning and procurement through construction and closeout
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control to keep projects financially disciplined
• Track milestones, risk, and performance data, and keep owners informed with clear, transparent reporting
• Advise on project delivery strategy (GMP, Lump Sum, CMAR) and manage contracts accordingly
• Coordinate across architects, engineers, contractors, and permitting agencies
• Identify issues early and drive resolution before they derail a project's schedule or budget

Skills

Construction industry experience

PM of multimillion-dollar projects

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

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

Job description

Do you love the construction industry but are tired of working weekends?

This role is for an organized, self reliant project manager in Austin with at least 4 years of experience in commercial construction...who doesn't mind NOT having to work weekends.

Company

My client is Texas-based Owner's Representative and Project Management firm, guiding public and private clients through complex capital projects across civic, commercial, education, multifamily, and infrastructure sectors.

What You'll Do

• Serve as Owner's Representative across the full project lifecycle, from planning and procurement through construction and closeout
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control to keep projects financially disciplined
• Track milestones, risk, and performance data, and keep owners informed with clear, transparent reporting
• Advise on project delivery strategy (GMP, Lump Sum, CMAR) and manage contracts accordingly
• Coordinate across architects, engineers, contractors, and permitting agencies
• Identify issues early and drive resolution before they derail a project's schedule or budget

Qualifications

• Real-world construction background: general contracting, project engineering, or owner's rep experience
• Track record managing complex, multimillion-dollar projects from concept to closeout
• Experience reviewing pay apps, making financial projections, building budgets and schedules
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred