On-Site Construction Project Lead

clark; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking a skilled project manager to oversee contract administration, procurement, scheduling, and financial reporting on active construction sites in the Charleston area. You will secure permits, verify subcontractor insurance, lead meetings, and drive safety on site.

The role requires 4+ years of construction experience, leadership capability, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
• 4+ years of construction experience; general contractor on large-scale projects preferred.
• 2+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
• Understanding of strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project.
• Ability to make timely and effective decisions.
• Experience managing projects from start to finish.
• Skilled at developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors.
• Strong work ethic, leadership, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting.
• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved.
• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors.
• Facilitate project meetings to coordinate work activity.
• Lead, train, and develop project team members.
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports outlining priorities and issues.
• Lead project close-out including turnover of manuals and warranties and final payment documents for subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with owners, engineering and design firms.
• Establish deadlines and monitor project progress.
• Drive a culture of safety on the project site.
• Support acquisition of new work by proposals and presentations.
• Provide leadership to foster inclusion and diversity.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Project management

Decision making

Relationship building

Adaptability

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Construction management degree

Architectural degree

DBIA accreditation

LEED accreditation

Tools

DBIA

LEED Accreditation

Job description

Clark Construction is seeking a skilled project manager to oversee contract administration, procurement, scheduling, and financial reporting on active construction sites in the Charleston area. You will secure permits, verify subcontractor insurance, lead meetings, and drive safety on site.

The role requires 4+ years of construction experience, leadership capability, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.