Project Manager

Brinkman Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Brinkman Construction is hiring a Project Manager to drive the financial success of complex projects from preconstruction through completion. The role emphasizes proforma accuracy, owner invoicing, subcontractor management, and risk control.

You will mentor team members, coordinate with the superintendent, and ensure safety standards while delivering projects on schedule and within budget. This is a Denver-based, on-site leadership position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience with diverse ground-up project types.
• Experience in lead role on projects $20M+ preferred.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and project tools.
• Clear and effective communication.
• Ability to motivate and gain trust from team members.
• Accountability and integrity.
• Sound decision making under pressure.
• Ability to foster relationships with owners, trade partners, and inspectors.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate monthly financial projections and cash flow analyses for the project.
• Ensure timely submission of Owner billing monthly, approve invoices and pay apps.
• Oversee procurement and Buyout to meet schedules.
• Vet and negotiate subcontractor change orders monthly.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and vendors to meet contract terms.
• Mentor direct reports to scale project outcomes.
• Unify the team to drive issue resolution and project success.
• Write scopes of work into subcontract exhibits.
• Partner with the project Superintendent to maintain schedule.
• Enforce Jobsite Safety Standards and manage project risk.
• Lead project closeout discussions with owners and drive timely completion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Stakeholder management

Team motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

5+ years construction management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role:

The Project Manager is responsible for the financial success of projects assigned from Preconstruction handoff to project completion.

Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the financial success of projects assigned from Preconstruction handoff to project completion.

Essential Functions

• Create accurate monthly financial projections and cash flow analysis for the project.
• Ensure timely submission of Owner billing monthly including approving invoices, ensuring collection of invoices, and approving subcontractor pay applications.
• Ensure Buyout is performed in a timely manner.
• Oversee procurement management activities including sourcing materials and ensuring timely delivery.
• Vet subcontractor change orders, prepare and negotiate change orders, and ensure all change orders are resolved monthly.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure equitably meeting the conditions of agreements.
• Train and mentor direct reports to create leverage and opportunities for others without risking successful project outcomes.
• Be the driving force behind providing solutions to problems and capable of unifying key team members to advance the solution.
• Write scopes of work into subcontract exhibits.
• Partner with the project Superintendent and lead the project as necessary to maintain the project schedule.
• Hold others accountable for Jobsite Safety Standards.
• Diagnose and manage risk on projects.
• Manage Project Closeout including holding initial meetings with owners regarding the closeout process and then managing the project team to ensure a timely Closeout.
• Voice strategies to achieve successful outcomes for individuals as well as projects.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience with a variety of ground-up product types – including commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, medical office, senior living, and/or institutional healthcare
• Experience in lead role with project size of $20M+ preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft suite of applications and project management applications.
• Clear and effective communication
• Ability to motivate and gain trust from team members
• Accountability and integrity
• Sound decision making capabilities under pressure
• Ability to foster working relationships with owners, trade partners, and inspectors
• Valid Driver's License

What We Offer

• Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Open Paid Leave Program and paid parental leave
• Flexible benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Competitive compensation, cash bonuses, spot-bonuses
• No weekend work
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Fixed and Variable Rate vehicle reimbursement
• We are committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live, work, and play through our Volunteer Time Off program.

About Us

Across the Front Range, clients choose to work with us based on the relationships and projects we build, and the unmatched client experience we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are all-in on every project. Our culture of ownership drives us to create buildings of distinction and relationships that last. For us, excellence is non-negotiable and it’s why so many of our projects are from repeat customers.

Our Core Values

At Brinkman Construction, we’re Driven to Build, and our core values are the cornerstone of our success. They shape our culture, define our character, inform our vision, and empower us to deliver on our mission.

We Are

Relationship Focused

All In

Salary:

Range of $100,000 to $145,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with technical skills and experience.

Anticipated application deadline 11/22/26