Construction Project Manager (External)

mcfa; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MCFA Global is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to lead delivery from pre-construction through closeout, overseeing field operations, schedules, budgets, and client relationships to ensure safety, on-time performance, and profitability.

The role requires 5+ years in commercial construction or carpentry, strong leadership, organization, budgeting skills, excellent communication, and proficiency with construction software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial construction or carpentry.
• Strong leadership to motivate field teams.
• Highly organized with multi-project management.
• Financially savvy; experience managing budgets.
• Proactive problem-solver with client-relations skills.
• Effective communicator with field, subcontractors, leadership.
• Familiar with construction software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and execution
• Review bids, perform re-bids, and identify cost-saving or value engineering opportunities
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost codes, and financial forecasts
• Plan construction operations and coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment
• Manage subcontractor bidding, selection, contracts, and performance
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including change orders and billing
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor safety, progress, quality, and schedule adherence
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and proactively resolve issues
• Track project profitability and forecast gross margin performance
• Lead project kickoff, mobilization, and closeout activities
• Participate in project debriefs and continuous improvement efforts

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Organization

Budgeting

Communication

Construction software

MS Office

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

PMP certification

Procore

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

QuickBid

Job description

Location: SEPA
Department: Project Management
Travel: 25%–75% (within ~100-mile radius)

Overview:

MCFA Global has been engaged by one of our clients to identify a high-performing Construction Project Manager to support their growing field operations and project delivery. This is an external role with our partner firm and mcfa is leading the search to find the best candidate for this opportunity.

How You’ll Get to Contribute

In this role, you’ll lead construction project delivery from pre-construction through closeout, overseeing field operations, schedules, budgets, and client relationships. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and at or above profitability targets.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all phases of project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and execution
• Review bids, perform re-bids, and identify cost-saving or value engineering opportunities
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost codes, and financial forecasts
• Plan construction operations and coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment
• Manage subcontractor bidding, selection, contracts, and performance
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including change orders and billing
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor safety, progress, quality, and schedule adherence
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and proactively resolve issues
• Track project profitability and forecast gross margin performance
• Lead project kickoff, mobilization, and closeout activities
• Participate in project debriefs and continuous improvement efforts

Who You Are:

• Experienced project manager with at least 5 years in commercial construction or carpentry
• A strong leader who can motivate teams and drive performance in the field
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets and tracking project profitability
• A proactive problem-solver who can resolve challenges and maintain strong client relationships
• An effective communicator across field teams, subcontractors, and leadership
• Comfortable working with construction software and Microsoft Office tools

Preferred:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• 10+ years of project management experience
• Hands-on field experience in commercial carpentry
• PMP or equivalent certification
• Experience with Procore, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, QuickBid, or similar tools
• Prior military service

Work Environment

This role splits time between the office and active construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors and in varying conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and active job site environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk job sites regularly and conduct inspections
• Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Frequent standing, walking, driving, and communication

mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. mcfa does not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in which mcfa maintains facilities.

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