Construction Project Manager: Lead Teams to Deliver On Time

Yates Construction; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction, in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex construction projects. You will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor Assistant Project Managers, and ensure alignment with client expectations and contract requirements.

Under a Senior Project Manager, you will drive safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction while building strong client relationships and contributing to continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive construction management experience, with at least 2 years in a project management capacity.
• Experience managing projects in hospitality, data centers, healthcare, or large-scale commercial work.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising and developing junior staff.
• Proficient in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and risk effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Assistant Project Managers, ensuring alignment with project objectives and company best practices.
• Coordinate with the Senior Project Manager to implement project execution plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and quality standards.
• Oversee project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
• Monitor and mitigate risks, resolving issues proactively to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, fostering trust and repeat business.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and driving best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Client management

Mentoring

Budgets & scheduling

Risk management

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Job description

Yates Construction, in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex construction projects. You will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor Assistant Project Managers, and ensure alignment with client expectations and contract requirements.

Under a Senior Project Manager, you will drive safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction while building strong client relationships and contributing to continuous improvement across the organization.