DER Construction Project Manager — Denver

McKinstry Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 76,320 - 122,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription,–d

Family formation benefits

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Building Good paid community service

Job summary

McKinstry in Denver, CO is seeking a Construction Project Manager, DER, to lead a smaller‑scope DER construction project under Sr. PM guidance.

You will own budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, permitting and client communication, building valuable foundation for a portfolio of projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2–5 years in construction project management, with DER/solar experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of construction project management experience; DER/solar preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of an assigned DER construction project under Sr. PM guidance, including planning, execution, and closeout.
• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources with increasing accountability for financial and schedule outcomes.
• Support compliance with contractual obligations, permitting, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards, including GC state and local license requirements.
• Coordinate with field teams, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain project momentum and communication.
• Identify and elevate risks impacting project cost, timeline, safety, and quality, with support from senior project management.
• Execute construction quality control plans and support client billing and monthly forecast reporting.

Skills

DER construction

Budget management

Subcontractor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Client communication

Risk identification

PM software

Education

Bachelor's in CM/Engineering

Tools

PM software

Job description

McKinstry in Denver, CO is seeking a Construction Project Manager, DER, to lead a smaller‑scope DER construction project under Sr. PM guidance.

You will own budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, permitting and client communication, building valuable foundation for a portfolio of projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2–5 years in construction project management, with DER/solar experience preferred.