Construction Project Manager

Carefree Construction; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee commercial and federal projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance and financial integrity throughout the project's lifecycle. The candidate should have over five years of experience in commercial construction, focusing on effective project management, change order practices, and technical literacy. Strong communication skills are essential for reporting and stakeholder management. This role is located in Syosset, New York and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction, managing projects from award to final occupancy.
• Strong understanding of contract law and ability to document Delay Claims effectively.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and structural plans fluently.

Responsibilities

• Verify work progress and safety compliance on-site.
• Manage change order process and cost estimating.
• Lead project scheduling and closeout processes.

Skills

Project management

Detail-oriented

Communication

Technical literacy

Job description

We are looking for a proactive Project Manager to drive our commercial and federal projects from "boots on the ground" start to final closeout. You will be the primary lead responsible for keeping projects on schedule, managing the financial integrity of the work through rigorous change order tracking, and ensuring that what is built in the field matches the contract requirements.

Role Mission

We are looking for a proactive Project Manager to drive our commercial and federal projects from "boots on the ground" start to final closeout. You will be the primary lead responsible for keeping projects on schedule, managing the financial integrity of the work through rigorous change order tracking, and ensuring that what is built in the field matches the contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Field-to-Office Progression

• Spend regular time on-site to verify work progress, safety compliance, and subcontractor performance.
• Translate field progress into weekly reports for the remote executive team and government stakeholders.
• Ensure all materials (e.g., heavy electrical components) are on-site and staged according to the project timeline.

2. Change Order & Financial Management

• Identify Scope Creep: Recognize when project requirements deviate from the original contract and immediately initiate the change order process.
• Cost Estimating: Calculate labor, material, and time impacts for proposed changes.
• Negotiation: Present and defend change order requests to project owners and government agencies to ensure the company is fairly compensated for extra work.

3. Project Lifecycle Management

• Submittals & RFIs: Manage the flow of information between the field, the engineers, and the owner.
• Scheduling: Maintain and update the project schedule (Gantt charts), identifying potential delays before they impact the completion date.
• Closeout: Lead the punch‑list process and ensure all final documentation, warranties, and O&M manuals are delivered for final payment.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in commercial construction. You must have a proven track record of managing a project from award through final occupancy.
• The "Change Order" Mindset: You must be highly detail-oriented with a strong understanding of contract law and the ability to document "Delay Claims" effectively.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and structural plans fluently.
• Communication: Strong professional writing skills for formal correspondence and the ability to manage personalities in the field.
• Licensing: OSHA 30 required.