Project Manager

Gilder Search Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical Insurance

401k

Generous PTO

Job summary

Clayco is seeking a Project Manager to lead construction projects from concept to closeout on-site. You will coordinate with the team to deliver complex design-build efforts ranging from $20 million to over $200 million across the region.

The role requires a strong background in budget planning, cost reporting, subcontractor management, and safety compliance, with the ability to drive schedules and project close-out efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
• 6–10 years of experience managing construction projects ($25 million+), ideally design-build.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Experience with set-up, budget planning, buyout, and cost reporting.
• Knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Experience leading a successful project management team.
• Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to walk job sites, climb ladders, and multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects at least 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Participate with project team and preconstruction in development of a Project Chart of Accounts.
• Coordinate with Project Superintendent to develop a site logistics plan.
• Assist Superintendent in managing subcontractors.
• Maintain understanding of the Clayco/Owner contract.
• Oversee the submittal, change order, and pay request process.
• Assist in generation of project costs and Job Cost Report.
• Contribute to quarterly Total Cost Projection reports.
• Monitor and record training of all staff personnel.
• Monitor project labor and report equipment needs.
• Assist preconstruction services in bidding projects.
• Implement safety, EEO, and affirmative action programs.
• Participate in the project's quality process.
• Contribute to schedule and project close-out processes.

Skills

Project management

Safety leadership

Cost reporting

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering or Architecture background

Tools

Budget planning

Subcontractor management

Job description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

The Project Manager will be based on the construction project site. In this role you will be responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through closeout. You will work as part of a team to provide the best solutions on design-build projects anywhere from $20 million to over $200 million.

The Specifics of the Role

• Participate with project team and preconstruction services in development of a Project Chart of Accounts.
• Coordinate with Project Superintendent in development of a project site logistics plan.
• Assist Superintendent in the management of subcontractors.
• Maintain understanding of the Clayco/Owner contract.
• Oversee the submittal, change order, and pay request process.
• Assist in generation of project costs and Job Cost Report.
• Contribute to the analyzing and forecast of quarterly Total Cost Projection reports.
• Monitor and record training of all staff personnel.
• Monitor project labor.
• Report and track equipment needs.
• Assist preconstruction services in bidding projects.
• Implement applicable safety, EEO, and affirmative action programs.
• Participate in the project's quality process.
• Contribute to schedule and project close-out processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
• 6‑10 years of experience managing construction projects ($25 million+), ideally design‑build.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Previous experience with set‑up, budget planning, buyout, and cost reporting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Previous experience leading a successful project management team.
• Creative and results‑oriented with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi‑floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects at least 50 lb.

Some Things You Should Know

• This position will service our clients regionally.
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design‑build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award‑winning, high‑profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!
• This position is classified as a safety‑sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design‑Build Firms – Design‑Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.