Project Manager

McFarland Construction U.S.

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

21 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Employer HSA contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Safe Harbor

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account

Job summary

McFarland Construction is seeking a Project Manager for commercial construction projects in the Indianapolis market. You will lead multiple projects through preconstruction, execution, and closeout, owning schedules, budgets, and coordination with owners, subs, and design teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years PM experience, design/build exposure, and strong proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Project, alongside broad software skills and a readiness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (Construction management preferred).
5+ years project management experience.
Design/build experience preferred.
Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
Experience with Procore and Microsoft Project tools is preferred.
Open to travel.

Responsibilities

Lead full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.
Develop and monitor project budgets and cost reports.
Coordinate with owner, design teams, subs, and suppliers to meet scope, schedule and budget.
Review contract documents and ensure adherence to terms and reporting requirements.
Maintain safe, respectful site environment and enforce quality control.

Skills

Scheduling

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Design/Build

Open to travel

Value engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Construction management preferred)

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

NOW HIRING: Project Manager - Commercial Construction — Design/Build

LOCATION: Indianapolis IN

EXPERIENCE: 5+ Years Commercial PM

MARKETS: Mission Critical, Financial, Health, Energy & More

McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm specializing in general contracting, design/build, and construction management services. We deliver high-quality projects across a wide range of markets, including Financial Services, Health Sciences, Energy, Mission Critical, and the Public Sector.

Founded in 2010, McFarland has grown to become the largest African American-owned general contractor in the Carolinas. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with regional offices in Raleigh, NC and Indianapolis, IN, we continue to expand our footprint and impact throughout the Southeast and Midwest.

We're proud to be ranked #18 Largest General Contractor in Charlotte, #4 Fastest-Growing Private Company in the region, and among the Top General Contractors in U.S., Southeast, and Midwest

If you're looking for your next career move and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, and fast-growing company, McFarland Construction is the place for you. Join us and help shape the future of construction.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects in the Indianapolis market. This role is responsible for full project lifecycle management, from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This is a leadership role ideal for a design/build PM who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning both field and office execution.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborates with Preconstruction to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in developing the project budgets.
Finalizes and manages project budgets.
Knows and understands the requirements of owner’s contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs.
Participates in proposal meetings with the owner to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, and provide value engineering ideas
Manages the subcontracting process, which includes holding initial scope review meetings, finalizing agreed price, developing subcontract scope of work, and managing the subcontract distribution and final execution process.
Is responsible for onsite construction activity. Plans all construction operations and schedules intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., clients, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules.
Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and always maintains a safe and respectful working environment by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), risk management, training, and quality control.
Acts in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and other associates, while maintaining a constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (Construction management preferred)
5 plus years project management experience
Design/build experience preferred
Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project
Experience with Procore and Microsoft Project tools is preferred.
Open to travel

Ideal Candidate Profile

Strong scheduling skills (able to build CPM schedules / Gantt charts)
Project financial management (budgeting, cost control, tracking)
Prior design/build or GC construction experience
Experience with Procore and Microsoft Project, with the ability to quickly adapt to project-specific workflows and requirements
Solid understanding of owner contracts, bonding, and project reporting requirements
A strong leader who takes ownership of complex projects from preconstruction through closeout
Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, field-driven environment
A problem solver who can manage multiple priorities simultaneously
A communicator who can lead teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers effectively
Acts with integrity and consistently upholds company values while exceeding customer expectations
Committed to safety, quality control, and maintaining a respectful working environment

We're looking for someone who requires minimal training and can step in to immediately run projects with confidence.

Why McFarland Construction

At McFarland, you are not just managing projects, you are leading them with real ownership, visibility, and impact. We offer a strong, competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family at every stage of life.