Project Manager

Elford, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel support

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Elford, Inc is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, with travel to sites as needed. You will coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to keep projects moving and on budget.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and proactive risk management while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Five or more years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience managing projects for a general contractor.
• Willingness and ability to travel based on project assignments.
• Strong knowledge of project financials, scheduling, contracts, and construction operations.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, P6, Microsoft Project, or similar construction technology.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in healthcare, multifamily, education, commercial, industrial, or interior construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from planning and preconstruction through completion and closeout.
• Lead project budgets, schedules, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Manage contracts, change orders, submittals, RFIs, procurement, and project documentation.
• Partner with the Superintendent to maintain safety, quality, schedule, and production goals.
• Lead owner and subcontractor meetings and provide clear project updates.
• Identify potential risks and develop solutions before they affect the project.
• Support and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and trade partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Financial management

Scheduling

Construction knowledge

Contract knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/ Civil Eng/ Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Elford is expanding our team and looking for an experienced Project Manager who is open to traveling to projects across our growing markets.

In this role, you’ll lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout while partnering closely with the Superintendent, project team, trade partners, and client. We’re looking for someone who knows how to manage the details, communicate clearly, and keep a project moving—without losing sight of the people involved.

Projects may be located throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and other markets based on business and client needs.

What You’ll Do

• Manage projects from planning and preconstruction through completion and closeout
• Lead project budgets, schedules, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Manage contracts, change orders, submittals, RFIs, procurement, and project documentation
• Partner with the Superintendent to maintain safety, quality, schedule, and production goals
• Lead owner and subcontractor meetings and provide clear project updates
• Identify potential risks and develop solutions before they affect the project
• Support and mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and trade partners

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
• Five or more years of commercial construction experience
• Previous experience managing projects for a general contractor
• Willingness and ability to travel based on project assignments
• Strong knowledge of project financials, scheduling, contracts, and construction operations
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, P6, Microsoft Project, or similar construction technology
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license

Experience in healthcare, multifamily, education, commercial, industrial, or interior construction is a plus.

Why Elford?

Elford is an employee-owned commercial construction company built around strong relationships, quality work, and a people-first culture. Our Project Managers are trusted to lead, supported by experienced operations teams, and given opportunities to grow as the company expands.

We offer competitive compensation, travel-related support, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to share in the success of an employee-owned company.

If you’re an experienced construction professional who enjoys leading teams, building client relationships, and taking on projects in different markets, let’s talk.

Elford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.