PROJECT MANAGER

Deacon Construction, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Deacon Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our Special Projects Division in Portland, OR. This role is pivotal as you will own projects from preconstruction to close-out, ensuring financial performance and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years in construction management focused on tenant improvements and demonstrate a commitment to our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, and Commitment to Excellence.

This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including performance-based bonuses, retirement plan, and opportunities for career growth. Join a team that values your expertise and supports your development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction management with tenant improvement history.
• Solid understanding of estimating and scheduling in construction.
• Organized and detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Own projects from preconstruction through close-out.
• Maintain job margins and keep projects on schedule.
• Drive relationships with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Construction management

Estimating

Scheduling

Contract administration

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Overview

Project Manager, Special Projects – Deacon Construction

• Location: Portland, OR
• Position: Full-Time
• Reports to: Division Manager, SPD

Deacon Construction is seeking a Project Manager to join our Special Projects Division in Portland. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in delivering excellent work, and know how to build lasting relationships with clients and trade partners, we would love to talk. Projects in this division typically range from $100K to $5 million, and you will own them from start to finish.

Why Join Deacon

At Deacon, we believe that great projects are built by great people, and great people deserve a place where they are genuinely valued. Our focus is simple: put our people first, build excellent projects, and maintain the long-standing client relationships that have defined our reputation for over 45 years. We work hard. We take pride in what we build and hold ourselves to a high standard. We also know that the best teams are ones that enjoy showing up every day, which means taking time to connect, celebrate, and have fun along the way. Whether it is a summer picnic, a jobsite BBQ, a holiday party, or one of the many events we organize throughout the year, we make it a priority to keep that sense of community alive. As we continue to grow across the West Coast and Mountain West, we are committed to maintaining the heart of who Deacon is: people who care about their work, their teams, and each other.

Special Projects Practice Areas

• Tenant Improvements
• Office Remodels
• Retail
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Grocery

About The Role

As Project Manager in our Special Projects Division, you will own your projects from preconstruction through close-out, working across a diverse mix of tenant improvement and commercial renovation work. You will partner closely with your Superintendent and manage all aspects of financial performance, scheduling, client communication, and subcontractor relationships, all while living Deacon’s core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Commitment to Excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Own your projects from preconstruction through close-out, including estimating, budgeting, procurement, and overall financial performance.
• Maintain positive job margins through every phase of the project.
• Manage the project team in close collaboration with the Superintendent, keeping projects on or ahead of schedule.
• Drive and cultivate long-term relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors.
• Lead project meetings, deliver timely and transparent reporting, and keep all stakeholders informed.
• Handle contract compliance, change orders, submittals, subcontracts, insurance, material procurement, logistics, as-builts, and close-out.
• Manage subcontractor lists, schedules, and scope coverage throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to conceptual budgeting and collaborate with the team on estimation review and budget management.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in construction management with relevant Special Projects or tenant improvement history.
• Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize across multiple active projects simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of estimating, scheduling, contract administration, and construction means and methods.
• Strong communicator who can build lasting relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.
• Comfortable with construction software and project management tools; experience with Procore is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus: Performance-based incentives
• Auto allowance: Monthly vehicle allowance
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Development: Tuition reimbursement & leadership training
• Time off: Sick time and vacation
• Career growth: Promote-from-within culture

If this sounds like the right next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values your experience, invests in your growth, and gives you the platform to do the best work of your career.

Deacon Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Deacon Construction maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.