Occupational Health & Safety Engineer

Coakley & Williams Construction; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

Coakley & Williams Construction, LLC is seeking a Construction Project Manager for the Bethesda main office to lead planning, execution, and financial management of commercial projects across Government, Education, Life Sciences, Retail, Hospitality and multi-family base building.

You will collaborate with project superintendents and teams, ensure safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts and procurement, while communicating with owners, architects, engineers and leaders across the

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing major commercial construction projects valued at $20M+.
• Experience coordinating owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction methods, contract documents, safety, quality control, and project management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, and Bluebeam; working knowledge of Primavera scheduling software and BIM.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through turnover and closeout with safety and quality as priorities.
• Partner with the Project Superintendent to set objectives, assign responsibilities, and coordinate field and office activities.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, identify risks, and implement recovery plans as needed.
• Manage project finances including budgets, forecasts, cost-to-complete, changes, requisitions, and payments.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, scope development, negotiations, and subcontract administration.
• Monitor subcontractor performance for compliance with contracts, schedule, safety, and quality.
• Maintain project documentation: contracts, permits, submittals, RFIs, changes, meetings, closeout.
• Communicate status, financials, risks, schedule updates, and changes to owners, architects, engineers, CM, and leadership.
• Support preconstruction, estimating, proposals, RFPs, logistics, constructability reviews, and client presentations.
• Build client and industry relationships and mentor project team members.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera scheduling

BIM

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera

BIM

Job description

Coakley & Williams Construction, LLC – Construction Project Manager – Main Office (Bethesda, MD)

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 a year

Open Date: 07/28/2026

Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC) is an award winning general contractor with deep roots in the DMV area. We are hiring a Project Manager with experience working for a general contractor to lead the planning, execution, financial management, and successful completion of commercial construction projects across various verticals: Government, Education, Life Sciences, Retail, Hospitality, and multi-family base building projects. Working closely with the Project Superintendent and project team, this position manages safety, quality, schedule, cost, contracts, procurement, client communication, and project closeout.

The Project Manager serves as a primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Success in this role requires commercial construction project management experience, strong financial judgment, and the ability to lead project teams through each phase of construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction and procurement through construction, turnover, and closeout, with safety and quality as core priorities.
• Partner with the Project Superintendent to establish project objectives, assign responsibilities, coordinate field and office activities, and provide leadership throughout the project.
• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules with the Superintendent and scheduler, identify schedule risks, and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, cost forecasts, cost-to-complete reporting, owner change orders, potential change orders, monthly requisitions, subcontractor payments, and vendor invoices.
• Lead subcontractor procurement by preparing scopes of work, maintaining procurement logs, supporting negotiations, and administering subcontract agreements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance for compliance with contract requirements, scope, schedule, safety, and quality standards.
• Manage project documentation and controls, including contracts, permits, submittals, requests for information, change documentation, meeting records, and closeout materials.
• Communicate project status, financial performance, risks, schedule updates, and proposed changes to owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, and company leadership.
• Support preconstruction, estimating, proposals, RFP responses, logistics planning, constructability reviews, project interviews, and presentations.
• Build productive client and industry relationships while mentoring project team members and supporting their professional development.

Basic Qualifications

• At least three years of experience managing major components or the full delivery of commercial construction projects valued at $20 million or more.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, contracts, procurement, change orders, and project closeout.
• Experience coordinating owners, architects, engineers, construction managers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction methods, contract documents, safety requirements, quality control, and project management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, and Bluebeam, plus working knowledge of Primavera scheduling software and building information modeling, or BIM.
• Current OSHA 30-hour certification, or the ability to obtain it within a defined period after hire.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain them within a defined period after hire.
• Ability to meet the position's travel, schedule, and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, architecture, or a related field.
• Experience delivering profitable projects while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Quality assurance and quality control certification.
• LEED accreditation or another relevant sustainable construction credential.

Why Join Coakley & Williams Construction?

At Coakley & Williams Construction, Project Managers have the opportunity to lead complex construction projects, work directly with clients and industry partners, and influence project outcomes from preconstruction through closeout. You will work alongside experienced operations, field, preconstruction, and executive leaders while helping develop the next generation of construction professionals.

Additional company differentiators may include:

• Notable markets, clients, or project types.
• Career advancement and leadership opportunities.
• Professional development, community involvement, and employee benefits.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above and below shoulder level. The employee may occasionally be required to lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Work may be performed in office and active construction‑site environments. Construction‑site work may involve exposure to heavy equipment, moving machinery, dust, noise, hazardous materials, uneven surfaces, and varying weather conditions. Required personal protective equipment must be worn when applicable. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Compensation and Benefits

In accordance with the Maryland Wage Transparency Law, the base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $150,000 annually.

Coakley & Williams Construction offers a comprehensive total compensation package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage; an employer-matched 401(k); paid time off and holidays; performance-based bonuses; a wellness program; and other voluntary benefits and leave types.

Coakley & Williams Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.