Development Services Construction Manager - Hybrid & Growth

CESO, INC.; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule

Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100%Up

401K with Company Match

Training and Development to Foster Pro

Job summary

CESO, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee multiple construction projects, acting as an extension of the owner’s design and construction staff.

You will supervise general contractors, engineers, internal client departments, and vendors to ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality are met. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field and 4+ years of management experience (or 10 years of equivalent experience).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field; 4+ years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field preferred; or 10 years related experience and/or training.
• Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, Newforma, and SmartSheet.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documentation, including drawings, schedules, scopes, and reports, to support achievement of project objectives.
• Conduct detailed reviews of vendor proposals and awards in coordination with the client following completion of negotiations.
• Follow established standards and procedures for project reporting, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Assume overall responsibility for project start‑up activities.
• Perform on‑site reviews of construction progress to monitor compliance with the approved project schedule.
• Schedule, lead, and document weekly project meetings throughout the construction phase.
• Ensure all contract terms and specifications are met by inspecting work in progress at regular intervals to verify compliance.
• Independently conduct punch‑list inspections and required site visits.
• Review monthly pay applications to ensure billings are accurate, complete, and processed in a timely manner.
• Proactively communicate project‑related issues, including cost and schedule impacts, to internal leadership and client contacts.
• Ensure all close‑out documentation and punch‑list items are completed and resolved prior to authorizing final release of retainage.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws, ordinances, building codes, and company policies related to construction.
• Establish and communicate project safety requirements and expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Suite

Deltek

Newforma

SmartSheet

Job description

CESO, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee multiple construction projects, acting as an extension of the owner’s design and construction staff.

You will supervise general contractors, engineers, internal client departments, and vendors to ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality are met. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field and 4+ years of management experience (or 10 years of equivalent experience).