Project Manager

Vaco; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Louisville, KY. The role involves planning and overseeing construction projects from start to finish, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets, and coordinating multiple teams.

Qualified candidates will have a degree in Construction Management or a related field and significant project management experience in construction. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in construction management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
• Several years of project management experience in construction.
• Knowledge of construction methods and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee construction projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Construction methods

Scheduling

Budgeting

Construction software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Construction Project Manager

Louisville, KY

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and work plans.
• Coordinate architect, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Monitor project progress and adjust plans to address delays, scope changes, and resource constraints.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and change orders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Manage procurement of materials, equipment, permits, and subcontractor services.
• Track project costs, approve invoices, and help control expenses to support budget adherence.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates to clients, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Identify risks, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, reports, RFIs, submittals, and closeout materials.
• Support final inspections, punch list completion, and project turnover.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Several years of project management experience in construction, with a strong record of delivering projects successfully.
• Knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, contract administration, and project controls.
• Familiarity with local building codes, safety standards, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and cross-functional project teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in construction/project management software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial, residential, industrial, or healthcare construction projects.
• Knowledge of scheduling and construction software such as Procore, Design Build, Plangrid, Sage, or Microsoft Project.
• Experience with cost reporting, subcontract buyout, and change management processes.
• Understanding of sustainability practices, quality control, and risk management principles.