Project Manager

Boutique Recruiting; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer HSA contribution

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Company vehicle

Annual performance reviews and salary?

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks a Project Manager for a growing marine construction company to lead commercial projects from planning through completion. You will oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, subcontractors, and field execution while serving as the primary contact for customers and collaborating with engineering, fabrication, and field teams.

This hands-on role values problem-solving, collaboration, and a multi-hat approach to strengthen processes and expand capabilities in a fast-moving

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience in marine, waterfront, structural, heavy civil, or complex construction.
• Proven experience managing budgets, job costs, schedules, contracts, and change orders.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, plans, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage marine and commercial construction projects from start to finish, typically $1M–$10M.
• Own project budgets, job costs, schedules, profitability, and overall financial performance.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle and manage expectations.
• Manage contracts, scopes of work, change orders, and subcontractor coordination.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, vendors, subcontractors, fabrication teams, foremen, and field crews.
• Visit active job sites regionally to monitor progress and resolve challenges.
• Support estimating, preconstruction, sales efforts, and contract negotiations as needed.

Skills

Budget management

Schedule management

Customer communication

Project leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Position Title: Project Manager

A growing marine construction company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial projects from planning through completion. This role will oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, subcontractors, and field execution while serving as the primary point of contact for customers and collaborating closely with engineering, fabrication, and field teams.

This is an ideal opportunity for a hands‑on construction professional who understands both the operational and financial sides of project management and enjoys solving problems in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate is solutions-focused, collaborative, and comfortable wearing multiple hats while helping a growing organization strengthen its processes and expand its capabilities.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $150,000 / Year, DOE

Responsibilities

• Manage marine and commercial construction projects from start to finish, including projects ranging from approximately $1M to $10M
• Own project budgets, job costs, schedules, profitability, and overall financial performance
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle, maintaining strong communication and managing expectations
• Manage contracts, scopes of work, change orders, and subcontractor coordination
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, vendors, subcontractors, fabrication teams, foremen, and field crews
• Visit active job sites throughout the region to monitor progress and resolve construction challenges
• Support estimating, preconstruction, sales efforts, and contract negotiations as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of construction project management experience
• Experience within marine, waterfront, structural, heavy civil, or another complex construction environment
• Proven experience managing budgets, job costs, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Strong understanding of construction methods, project plans, and drawings
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to understand project costs and profitability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to work onsite and travel regionally to active job sites as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Marine or waterfront construction experience
• Estimating or preconstruction experience
• Experience supporting public works projects, bonding, subcontractor management or contract negotiations
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Experience managing complex projects involving fabrication, demolition, pile driving, assembly, or utilities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer HSA contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Company vehicle
• Annual performance reviews and opportunities for salary growth