Project Manager

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking a qualified Project Manager for commercial projects in a fast-paced, team-based environment. Candidates should have 3 to 20+ years of experience delivering complex projects with a focus on safety and customer delight.

Ideal applicants will lead diverse teams, manage schedules and costs, and interface with owners, architects, engineers, and on-site management. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in engineering, technology, or construction management.
• Experience leading diverse teams on complex projects.
• Strong scheduling, cost control and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and coordinate with owners, architects and on-site staff.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, and progress tracking.
• Oversee subcontract awards, buy-outs and scope definitions.
• Monitor quality and safety, ensuring project compliance and timely delivery.
• Communicate effectively, document decisions and resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Conflict Resolve

Communication

Scheduling

Subcontracting

Project Mgmt

Cost Control

Education

BS in Engineering

Engineering Technology

Construction Management

Job description

Job Description

As a ‘National ENR Top 25 General Contractor’ that values its employees and fosters a positive and supportive culture, Whiting‑Turner is seeking a qualified project manager for various commercial projects in a fast paced, entrepreneurial, team‑based working environment.

Qualified candidates shall possess 3 to 20+ years of experience in the industry and a track record for delivering complex projects with minimal delays and emphasis on delighting the customer. It is important for a candidate to have a proven ability to manage a team, schedule and costs while focused on the safety and quality on the project.

The following experience and skill set are preferred:

• Ability to be a leader and mentor as part of diverse team.


• Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.


• Knowledge of construction principles and ambition to succeed/advance.


• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.


• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.


• Practitioner of innovation and continuous improvement.


• Experience managing financial impacts on site.


• Proven ability to plan, schedule and coordinate subcontract trades.


• Ability to interface well with owners, architects, engineers, including on site management team.


• Subcontract award / buy‑out.


• Scope writing / definition.


• Change order presentation & negotiation.


• Prepare schedules and manage progress.


• Project accounting skills.


• Scheduling / software experience.

Salary Range

• The base salary range for this position represents the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting and is dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to role, level, relevant education, experience, training, skills and abilities, location, and market and business considerations. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of the various factor identified above. The foregoing information reflects base salary only and does not include other forms of available compensation to which employees may be entitled including but not limited to profit sharing, appreciation rights, retirement compensation, travel subsistence, holiday contribution, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, healthcare (including dental and vision benefits), life insurance, disability insurance, and other compensations/benefits, which are dependent upon various factors including but not limited to years of service, location, performance, etc. The annual base salary range listed is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at‑will nature of the employment relationship.

Please note:

• Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.


• The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.