Field Project Manager (Construction)

Jobot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Field Project Manager II to take full commercial and operational ownership of assigned job sites in Houston, TX. You’ll bridge field execution and business management, owning schedule, P&L, quality, safety, and client satisfaction while leading subcontractors and cross-disciplinary teams.

This on-site role requires 6–10 years in commercial construction and strong financial acumen, with proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Construction Cloud. Travel ~75%.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of progressive commercial construction/field management experience.
• Proven track record managing jobsite P&L, negotiating subcontracts, and overseeing change orders.
• Experience with construction sequencing, local permitting/AHJ inspections, and complex project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Site Operations & P&L: Lead preconstruction and site logistics; manage overall jobsite cost, margin, and financial reporting to meet profit targets.
• Contracts & Change Management: Negotiate and execute field subcontracts and Owner Change Orders; manage claims, risk, and contractual notices proactively.
• Subcontractor & Safety Leadership: Direct sub/vendor performance, enforce safety/quality standards, and manage AHJ/inspections through final turnover.
• Client & Team Leadership: Serve as the primary onsite contact for clients and mentor direct reports (Field Engineers).

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Project management

Tools

MS Excel

Smartsheet

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Dynamics ERP

Job description

Field Project Manager (Construction)

$120000 - $170000 per year | Houston, TX | On-site | Permanent

Join a team of architects, engineers, and makers using Design, Manufacture, Construct (DMC) to build better buildings faster, from desk to factory floor to job site.

A bit about us:

We exist to make better buildings faster, using Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) to shape building design so construction can leverage the productivity of manufacturing. Our team of architects, engineers, manufacturers, programmers, and generalists is united by the belief that making great things intelligently is a worthy pursuit.

Why join us?

We offer the full spectrum of comprehensive benefits including: health, dental, and vision insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts, paid time off, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and a 401k plan.

Job Details

We are seeking a Field Project Manager II to take full commercial and operational ownership of an assigned jobsite. This role bridges field execution and business management—owning overall site outcomes across schedule, P&L, quality, safety, subcontractor performance, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Operations & P&L: Lead preconstruction and site logistics; manage overall jobsite cost, margin, and financial reporting (JCR) to meet profit targets.
• Contracts & Change Management: Negotiate and execute field subcontracts and Owner Change Orders; manage claims, risk, and contractual notices proactively.
• Subcontractor & Safety Leadership: Direct sub/vendor performance, enforce safety/quality standards, and manage AHJ/inspections through final turnover.
• Client & Team Leadership: Serve as the primary onsite contact for clients and mentor direct reports (Field Engineers).

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 6–10 years of progressive commercial construction/field management experience.
• Financial & Contractual Acumen: Proven track record managing jobsite P&L, negotiating subcontracts, and overseeing change orders.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of construction sequencing, local permitting/AHJ inspections, and complex project delivery (healthcare, data centers, modular/specialized construction experience a plus).
• Software Proficiency: MS Excel, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ERP experience with Dynamics Business Central or similar preferred).
• Certifications: OSHA 30 preferred; relevant degree or certifications (PMP, LEED, ASHE) appreciated.
• Travel: Onsite leadership role (~75% travel/onsite presence).

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.