Project Manager

GCS-SIGAL; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Job summary

GCS-SIGAL in Washington, DC seeks a Project Manager to lead on-site planning, coordination, and administration for timely, profitable project delivery.

You will drive safety, schedule, costs, and change management while coordinating with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors and using project controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• BS or MS in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Combination of education and experience sufficient to succeed as a PM.

Responsibilities

• Actively maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Communicate clearly with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors about risk, timetables, costs, and change management.
• Manage projects using established project controls and procedures.
• Oversee owner billing, subcontractor invoice review, and financial status reports.
• Provide leadership to the project team.
• Perform constructability and coordination reviews.
• Process change-orders from subcontractors.
• Prepare subcontractor bids and work scopes.
• Pre-construction planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Set subcontract strategy and manage buy-out process.
• Prepare monthly reports (cost, schedule, safety, cash flow).
• Develop contingency plans for risks and expanded contractual services.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Results oriented

Leadership

Client relations

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Interfacing with clients/architects/OT

Multi-tasking

Documentation

Reading specs/plans

Procore

MS Office

OSHA 10/30

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Procore or similar PM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager – Construction General Contractor

GCS-SIGAL seeks out challenging, rewarding projects, and creative problem solvers to help us build them. We specialize in general contracting, pre‑construction, design‑build, and sustainable construction. We take on a variety of projects including base building, renovation, historic modernization, and tenant interior construction.

Position Overview

Project Managers (PM) at GCS‑SIGAL play a vital role on our projects. PMs are responsible for the overall planning, administration, management, and technical direction of a project to achieve timely completion and profitability.

Typical Responsibilities and Duties

• Actively maintain a safe and efficient work environment
• Creatively solve challenges that arise on projects with a positive attitude and in an ethical manner
• Communicate clearly and effectively with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors related to project risk, timetables, costs/budgets, and change management
• Mange projects using established project controls and procedures
• Manage project financial items including owner billing, subcontractor invoice review, and financial status reports
• Provide leadership to the project team
• Perform constructability and coordination reviews
• Process change‑orders from subcontractors
• Accurately and thoroughly prepare subcontractor bids and work scopes
• Perform pre‑construction planning, scheduling, and cost control
• Set subcontract strategy for the project and manage buy‑out process
• Prepare monthly reports including cost, schedule, safety, cash flow for internal and/or external use
• Prepare contingency plans for potential risks, expanding contractual services and project profit
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Verify updates to project drawings, specifications, and other contract documents are documented
• Work with the project team to develop schedules, site logistics, and phasing plans
• Manage close‑out process

Work Environment / Physical Demands

This role is primarily based on active construction sites. Project Managers are expected to walk the sites daily, often in varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, and rain. The role requires regular movement across uneven terrain, climbing stairs or temporary ladders, and standing for extended periods while overseeing site activities and progress.

Experience / Education

• BS or MS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction
• Or a combination of education and experience sufficient to succeed as a PM

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excel at teamwork
• Be able to effectively communicate in person, on the phone, and via email
• Focus on achieving results
• Proven history of leading, teaching, and developing others
• Client relations, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience interfacing with clients, architects, owners, and subcontractors
• Proven ability to multi‑task in deadline‑driven environment
• Knowledgeable of principles of architecture, engineering, and construction
• Strong documentation skills
• Ability to read specifications, plans, and details
• Working knowledge of Procore or similar construction project management software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• OSHA 10 or 30 (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

GCS‑SIGAL offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive benefits and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GCS‑SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Background Check

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment background check.