Project Manager

Colas Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Annual allowance for professional development

Company vehicles for certain roles

Job summary

Colas Construction, Inc. in Portland, Oregon is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to support preconstruction activities and lead project execution teams. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-8 years of experience in construction management, with skills in structural concrete and wood framing.

This position offers comprehensive employer-paid health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Colas Construction values equitable hiring practices and aims to provide a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of construction experience with 3-5+ years in management roles.
• Proficient in handling commercial projects from $25k to $100m.
• Willingness to work on-site Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Supports the preconstruction team including scope of work development.
• Prepares project schedules and manages resources accordingly.
• Leads project meetings and coordinates with various stakeholders.

Skills

Construction management

Structural concrete proficiency

Wood framing experience

Team leadership

Project scheduling

Education

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the preconstruction team, including trade coordination, the scope of work development and review, bid package and schedule development, and bid advertisements
• Manages the submittal schedule setup and coordinates priorities with the team; reviews and approves all shop drawings and samples prior to submittal to Architects and/or Engineers
• Coordinates with various stakeholders of the project, including but not limited to the Owner, Developer, Subcontractors, Field Team, Design Team, Vendors, Suppliers, etc.
• Prepares, submits, and obtains Owner and/or Architect approval for change requests
• Leads project meetings; OAC (Owner, Architect, Contractor) meetings, monthly and progress reviews
• Prepares project schedule with the Project Superintendent; gathers input from the Project Team and utilizes Lean Principles, develops and updates the project schedule for preconstruction and construction activities, and manages materials, labor, and procurement logs to ensure appropriate resources are in alignment per the project timeline
• Supports investigation of safety incidents and supports the training of staff as needed
• Identifies potential schedule impacts including, but not limited to scope, weather, workforce, and facilitates mitigation plans to avert foreseeable concerns
• Provides strong leadership skills to support the construction field team with the Superintendent
• Provides proper documentation for decisions affecting various aspects of the project such as budget, schedule, legal, quality, and/or safety with current best practices for documentation requirements
• Prepares monthly cost and margin forecasts with input from the Superintendent and reviews with the Project Team; participates in the development of the project budget, regularly reviews costs associated with the budget, and highlights discrepancies to enable improved financial performance
• Leads overall project closeout process using best practice standards, tools, and processes such as the close-out punch list, financials, subcontracts, warranties, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (equivalent experience will be considered)
• 3-8 years of construction experience with 3-5+ years of construction management experience
• Experience and proficiency in structural concrete and wood framing in commercial construction projects ranging from $25k to $100m for diverse scopes (multi-family, mixed-use, civic, education, medical, sports & entertainment, etc.)
• Team members of the Operations department are required to work on-site, Monday through Friday. In-office hours may vary

ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The physical and work environment requirements described below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities on a case‑by‑case basis.

This position is primarily project site based and typically works Monday through Friday, averaging 8-10 hours per day based on business needs, project type, or phase.

While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, communicate, and use standard computer and office equipment. Occasional repetitive hand and wrist movement may be required. The employee may occasionally lift or carry items up to 20 pounds.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid employee coverage for robust medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off: generously paid sick, vacation, personal, and holiday days off
• Professional Development: annual allowance for continued education and training
• Additional Perks: Benefit from various additional perks, such as company vehicles for certain roles, travel allowances, and flexible working hours to help balance life and work commitments.

Our goal is to create a supportive and enriching work environment where you can thrive. Become part of Colas Construction and contribute to our success while enjoying the benefits of a company that truly cares about its employees.

Colas Construction, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value equitable hiring practices and adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. We assure you that employment with COLAS depends solely on your qualifications.

Thank you for your interest in COLAS, where we are Building Tomorrow, Today!