Project Manager

Uprite Construction Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Uprite Construction Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction initiatives in the Plano area. The role focuses on ground up tilt up projects, with accountability for budgets, schedules, client communications, and project execution from preconstruction to closeout.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive construction experience, direct GC background, and a track record with tilt up projects.

Qualifications

• Direct ground up commercial construction experience required.
• Tilt up construction experience required.
• Experience with industrial/warehouse projects preferred.
• Experience with subcontractor buyout, budgeting, forecasting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout.
• Manage ground up tilt up and industrial construction projects.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, cost reports, owner billing, subcontractor payments.
• Lead subcontractor buyout, scope reviews, and procurement.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with field leadership.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and project controls.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal teams.
• Partner with Superintendents on field activities, sequencing, logistics, quality, and schedule.
• Lead owner and project meetings, communicating schedule, financials, risks, and progress.
• Oversee tilt up construction activities including site development, foundations, and roofing.
• Identify risks early and propose practical solutions.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant PMs.
• Maintain client relationships and pursue repeat business.

Skills

Ground up tilt up

Commercial construction

Preconstruction to closeout

Budgeting and cost control

Subcontractor management

Schedule development

RFI/submittals/COs management

Client communication

Contract negotiations

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Construction scheduling software

Job description

• Please Note: Uprite Construction is not accepting resumes from third-party agencies for this position. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Uprite Construction's property, and no fees will be paid for unsolicited referrals.*

• Please Note: Uprite Construction is not accepting resumes from third-party agencies for this position. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Uprite Construction's property, and no fees will be paid for unsolicited referrals.*

Uprite Construction is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Plano team. This role will be responsible for leading commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout, with a strong focus on ground up and tilt up construction.

We are specifically looking for someone who has worked directly for a commercial general contractor and has hands on experience managing ground up tilt up projects. Candidates should understand the full project lifecycle and be comfortable owning project financials, subcontractor relationships, schedules, client communication, and overall project execution.

What You’ll Do

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout
• Lead ground up tilt up and industrial construction projects
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, cost reports, owner billing, subcontractor payments, and overall financial performance
• Lead subcontractor buyout, scope reviews, contract negotiations, and procurement
• Develop and maintain project schedules while working closely with field leadership to identify risks and keep projects moving
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, documentation, and project controls
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Partner closely with Superintendents to coordinate field activities, sequencing, logistics, quality, and schedule
• Lead owner and project meetings and provide clear communication regarding schedule, financials, risks, and project progress
• Manage tilt up construction activities including site development, foundations, slab construction, panel coordination, erection sequencing, structural steel, roofing, building envelope, and associated trades
• Identify project risks early and work with the team to develop practical solutions
• Support and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers assigned to the project
• Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project and support opportunities for repeat business
• Ensure projects meet Uprite standards for safety, quality, schedule, financial performance, and client service

What We’re Looking For

• 5 plus years of progressive commercial construction experience
• Experience working directly for a commercial general contractor
• Ground up commercial construction experience is required
• Tilt up construction experience is required
• Experience managing industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, commercial, or similar ground up projects preferred
• Strong understanding of concrete tilt up construction and the sequencing required to successfully deliver these projects
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Experience with subcontractor buyout, contracts, budgeting, forecasting, change management, owner billing, and cost control
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, scopes, contracts, and schedules
• Strong working relationship with field teams and subcontractors
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal leadership
• Experience managing Project Engineers or Assistant Project Managers preferred
• Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and construction scheduling software experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred

Required Background

This position requires direct ground up commercial construction experience as well as tilt up experience. Candidates whose backgrounds are primarily residential, specialty subcontracting, owner representation, or construction consulting without direct general contractor project management experience may not align with the requirements of this position.

Candidates should be prepared to discuss the specific ground up tilt up projects they have personally managed, including project size, contract value, their role, and the responsibilities they personally owned.

Third Party Agency Notice

Uprite Construction Corporation generally does not utilize third party recruiting agencies. On the rare occasion that agency assistance is needed, the relationship must be initiated and approved through Uprite Talent Acquisition and follow our established internal process. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted directly to hiring managers, executives, or other Uprite employees outside of this process will not establish an agency relationship or fee obligation.

About Us

Uprite Construction was established in 1991 as a multi-service construction company specializing in project site development, ground-up, new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements for the commercial and industrial sectors. Check us out at upritecomgmt.com!

We appreciate your interest in employment with Uprite Construction. Uprite Construction is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.