Project Manager

Cycle Construction Co., LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (based on exp)

Paid holidays & PTO

Medical, dental, disability & life ins

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Team-based, family-style environment

Job summary

Cycle Construction is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to lead multiple civil and marine construction projects from planning through completion. The ideal candidate coordinates with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers while managing budgets, schedules, and safety to drive project profitability.

The role requires strong communication, sound judgment, and a hands-on, get-it-done attitude, with willingness to travel locally to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of project management experience in construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of construction practices, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration.
• Ability to read construction plans, blueprints, and contract documents.
• Experience with civil and/or marine construction is a plus.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and financial awareness.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects from pre-construction through completion.
• Develop and implement project control processes and schedules.
• Manage budgets, production rates, cost performance, and variances.
• Coordinate subcontracts, insurance requirements, and related docs.
• Lead weekly job-site meetings on safety, production, budget, and schedule.
• Review monthly invoices and prepare revenue projections.
• Maintain project documentation and RFC logs; track changes.
• Collaborate with executive management, field staff, owners, and engineers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Time management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

PM software

HCSS Heavy Bid

HCSS Heavy Job

ProCore

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Trimble Earthworks

Job description

About Cycle Construction

Cycle Construction is a leader in civil and marine construction across South Louisiana. We build complex infrastructure projects with a focus on safety, quality, strong execution, and teamwork.

We’re looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to take ownership of multiple construction projects from planning through completion. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a “get it done” mentality who can effectively coordinate with executive management, field staff, owners, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

At Cycle Construction, we treat our employees like family and believe our team-based approach is the foundation for delivering high-quality construction services to our community and beyond.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

• Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Growth opportunities within a stable, respected company

• A team-based, family-style environment where employees are valued

Work Includes:

• Managing multiple construction projects from pre-construction through completion

• Developing and implementing project control processes

• Managing project budgets, including production rates, cost performance, anticipated profit, and budget variances

• Developing project schedules and work orders with appropriate cost codes

• Coordinating subcontracts, sublet requests, insurance requirements, and related documentation

• Participating in pre-construction conferences and project kickoff activities

• Preparing initial project correspondence, including start intentions, notices, and project contacts

• Maintaining RFC logs and tracking requests, changes, and project documentation

• Managing day-to-day project issues, correspondence, plan changes, and other project communications

• Leading weekly job-site meetings covering safety, production, budget, schedule, and project issues

• Participating in monthly owner/engineer meetings focused on schedule, processes, and project issues

• Keeping project schedules current and communicating schedule changes to the appropriate stakeholders

• Reviewing monthly invoices for approval and preparing monthly revenue projections

• Coordinating and completing post-construction activities, including outstanding issues, correspondence, and plan changes

• Completing project financial reviews and supporting overall project profitability

• Working closely with executive management and field staff to drive production, schedule, safety, and budget performance

• Promoting and supporting a proactive safety culture by leading by example

• Building strong working relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams

• Minimum 2 years of project management experience in the construction industry

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred

• Knowledge of construction practices, project management, procurement, contract administration, insurance, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation

• Ability to read and understand construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and contract documents

• Experience with civil and/or marine construction is a plus

• Strong mathematical aptitude and financial awareness

• Excellent organizational, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Comfortable using tablets and construction technology, including iPad

• Experience with project management and scheduling software is a plus

• Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid, HCSS Heavy Job, ProCore, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or Trimble Earthworks is a plus

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines

• Ability to travel locally to project sites as needed

• Flexibility to work extended hours or days when project demands require it

• Valid driver’s license

• Valid TWIC card

• Ability to pass applicable drug testing, physical, and pre-employment screenings

Cycle Construction is a leader in civil and marine construction throughout South Louisiana. Learn more at cycleconstruction.com

Please note: The final salary offer for any position is determined at the sole discretion of the company and may vary based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Salary ranges listed in this posting reflect fully qualified candidates. Applicants who do not yet meet the minimum experience or knowledge requirements may still be considered; however, any offer extended will be at an adjusted rate appropriate to their level of experience and skill set.