Project Manager

Butler-Cohen Design + Build; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to Texas projects

Job summary

Butler-Cohen Design + Build is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of ground-up commercial construction projects. You will ensure design, schedule, and financial goals are met while fostering strong client and contractor relationships.

This role requires travel across West and Central Texas, collaboration with the Pre-Construction team, and leadership of project governance, budgeting, and change management to drive productivity and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience on ground-up commercial projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction science, construction management, or similar related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of ground-up commercial projects.
• Manage prime contracts and oversee billing and receivables.
• Coordinate design teams to maintain schedule alignment.
• Review subcontractor/vendor billings and change orders.
• Utilize Procore for budgeting, invoicing, and reporting.
• Lead client meetings and foster strong relationships.
• Ensure safety and quality with QA/QC and OSHA awareness.
• Mentor team members and support business development.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationships

Scheduling & Planning

Procore

MS Office

Problem-solving

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

We’re seeking a skilled and driven Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects with precision and purpose. In this role, you’ll ensure projects meet design, schedule, and financial goals while fostering strong client and contractor relationships.

You’ll establish project governance through effective standards and tools, monitor milestones and changes, and resolve issues that could impact delivery. Your understanding of construction operations will help set productivity and quality benchmarks, and your insights will drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.

This role works closely with our Pre-Construction team from day one and may also oversee departmental operations in high-volume environments.

This role will require regular travel to projects in our West and Central Texas regions based on project and business needs.

Responsibilities

Project Administration

• Manage prime contracts and ensure compliance with terms.
• Lead OAC meetings and oversee monthly billing and receivables.
• Coordinate design teams to maintain schedule alignment.
• Conduct subcontractor and internal staff meetings.
• Review and process subcontractor/vendor billings and back charges.
• Ensure project admin support is balanced and aligned across teams.
• Deliver accurate cost forecasts and manage change orders.
• Package and process changes with proper documentation.
• Utilize Procore Financial Module for budgeting, invoicing, and reporting.

Scheduling

• Develop and maintain baseline schedules with logical sequencing.
• Track delays, float, and update schedules to reflect actual progress.
• Collaborate with superintendents and facilitate pull planning sessions.

Procurement

• Lead project buyout and subcontractor negotiations.
• Ensure timely submittals, material releases, and procurement log updates.
• Manage direct reports to support procurement execution.

Quality Control

• Participate in QC meetings and ensure inspection standards are met.
• Document QC activities and proactively identify scope gaps.
• Create RFIs to resolve schedule, cost, or quality issues.

Safety

• Partner with the safety team to enforce Butler-Cohen safety policies.

Client Satisfaction

• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to expected quality.
• Lead professional client meetings and foster strong relationships.
• Ensure client experience aligns with project goals.

Business Development

• Attend networking events and build client relationships.
• Identify future project opportunities and share leads with BD team.

Talent Development

• Train and mentor team members in project management duties.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and respect across the team.
• Support admin workload management and staff career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience on ground-up commercial construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in construction science, construction management, or similar related field

Key Skills

• Flexible schedule, including weekends; willing to travel and relocate as needed.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and navigating varied terrain.
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as kneeling, standing, and climbing.
• Able to work independently with strong problem-solving skills.
• Professional communication and relationship-building across all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software (Procore preferred).
• Strong understanding of project documentation and construction processes.
• Familiar with OSHA standards and local safety regulations.

Ready to lead impactful projects and grow with a team that values excellence?