Project Manager

Frey Consulting Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Personnel Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager for a midsized contractor client in the Baton Rouge market. You will lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout, driving execution, managing budgets and schedules, and building relationships with owners, subcontractors, and internal teams.

With 5+ years of PM experience, you will oversee cost tracking, RFI management, and plan-set reviews while coordinating with owners, architects, and field staff

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience (GC, CM, or owner's rep).
• Proven track record delivering projects on-time and within budget.
• Expertise reading plan sets, managing submittals/RFIs, and tracking project costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery for 3-5 concurrent commercial construction projects, ensuring completion on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee preconstruction processes, including scope development, bid packages, subcontracts, and budget setup.
• Direct project financials, job-cost tracking, monthly owner billings, and change order management.
• Lead weekly owner, architect, and subcontractor alignment meetings to resolve potential risks proactively.
• Supervise site superintendents and project staff while maintaining critical-path procurement schedules.
• Drive project closeouts, warranty administration, and punch-list completion for seamless owner handoffs.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

The Personnel Consulting Group is looking for a Project manager for our midsized contractor client in the Baton Rouge market.

Position Overview

Lead commercial construction projects in Baton Rouge from preconstruction through final closeout. You will drive project execution, manage budgets and schedules, and build relationships with owners, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery for 3-5 concurrent commercial construction projects, ensuring completion on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee preconstruction processes, including scope development, bid packages, subcontracts, and budget setup.
• Direct project financials, job-cost tracking, monthly owner billings, and change order management.
• Lead weekly owner, architect, and subcontractor alignment meetings to resolve potential risks proactively.
• Supervise site superintendents and project staff while maintaining critical-path procurement schedules.
• Drive project closeouts, warranty administration, and punch-list completion for seamless owner handoffs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience (GC, CM, or owner's rep).
• Proven track record leading projects on-time and within budget.
• Expertise reading plan sets, managing submittals/RFIs, and tracking project costs.
• Proficiency in industry software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Excel).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent field experience.

Why Join Us

• Dynamic, growing firm with direct access to executive leadership and project autonomy.
• High visibility across preconstruction, project execution, and owner representation.
• Transparent, collaborative team culture focused on quality and innovation.