Project Manager 1

Manhattan Construction Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Friendly, team‑oriented workplace

Professional development

Community project work

Security and stability

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead the direction, execution, and financial success of assigned projects. You will mentor on‑site teams, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with owners, architects, and subs to ensure quality and timely completion.

The role requires strong business acumen, leadership, and communication skills, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and subcontractor management on complex construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent; 6 years of industry experience
• OSHA 30‑Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR training
• Proven experience with project documentation control and scheduling software

Responsibilities

• Directs overall project direction, completion and financial outcomes
• Mentors on‑site staff and ensures safety policies are followed
• Reviews and approves change orders and job cost updates
• Manages subcontractor/vendor payments and reporting
• Prepares monthly progress billings and maintains project schedules
• Develops and maintains relationships with project owners and stakeholders

Skills

Effective Communicator

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manhattan document control

Schedule software

Job description

Why Manhattan?

Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades? Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?

We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family‑owned business. At Manhattan, you get:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• A positive, friendly, and team‑oriented workplace with caring leadership.
• Professional development and leadership programs.
• To work on exciting projects for your community.
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
• More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.

Check out the details in our Career Development Booklet on our website: www.manhattanconstructioncareers.com

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager manages the overall project direction, completion and financial outcome for assigned projects. Responsible for directing and mentoring on‑site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and client service skills.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies
• All qualities/ responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager, plus:
• Expedites and reviews Owner Change Orders.
• Reviews & Approves Job Cost Budget updates
• Provides “Notice” associated with subcontractor and vendor performance or quality issues.
• Prepares and submits proposed changes including analysis of Subcontractor/PO pricing. Negotiates difficult changes with Architects and Owners with SR PM/ PD guidance.
• Assists with proposal responses and procurement.
• Provide Marketing/Business Development Assistance
• Perform Constructability Reviews
• Review/Approve Subcontract Drafts
• Assists estimating in procurement and scoping Subcontract agreements
• Chair Pre-Construction and Pre-Installation Meetings with all Subcontractors.
• Assists Division Office in job estimating/bid preparation (including take-off, preliminary pricing, scope analysis and job purchase).
• Manages Completion of GC and Architect/Owner Punch List
• Manages Completion of Close-Out Documents, Record Drawings, O&M Manuals and Warranties.
• Manage Subcontractor/Vendor Payments
• Accurate Cost Coding and Quantity Reporting
• Understands Field Accounting Procedures (Drafts, Timesheets, Hiring Practices, Certified Payroll).
• Implements billing process in accordance with company guidelines and contract terms - Data (% On-Time): 0%
• Establishes cash flow data (positive/negative):
• Ensures on‑time payment of subs and vendors
• Ensures quantity reporting and cost coding are accurate and timely.
• Prepares Monthly Progress Billings and updates Job Cost Budget.
• Manages Subcontractor Performance
• Maintain Positive Working Relationships with Project Owners
• Monitor Construction Activities for the complete project
• Leads Process of Obtaining Building Permits
• Strategic Partner w/ Superintendent
• Develops and manages project team relationships.
• Sustainability/ LEED: Knowledge of requirements to implement and costs.
• Meets substantial completion date and obtains Certificate of Occupancy and Final Completion Certificate.
• Manages and develops subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Assist the Superintendent in the management of all Subcontractors at job site (Manpower, Quality, Schedule, etc.).
• Delegate expediting to engineering staff and oversee engineering efforts.
• Assists Superintendent in determining hoisting requirements and in preparing Look‑Ahead Schedules.
• Updates project schedule with accuracy and monthly.
• Prepares, submits, and presents the monthly PSR Report
• Develop Project Reporting/Project Status Reports
• Implements QA QC program compliance on the job.
• Creates a quality culture on the project.
• Makes the appropriate parties accountable for quality
• Ensures Notice to Proceed is in place
• Leads the Process of ensuring all Insurance is obtained and in place for each project
• Provides Notice to Owner to avoid risk taking on the project for liens, and claims.
• Ensures that Agreements, including insurance, are in place before Work begins
• Understands Hazcom Guidelines, OSHA Inspection procedures, and Field Accounting Procedures (Drafts, Timesheets, Hiring Practices, Certified Payroll).
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
• Other duties as assigned

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES GUIDELINES

• Has completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR Training and Certification.
• Effective Communicator
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Proven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule software
• Thorough understanding of the industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math/accounting skills
• Strong management skills
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Dependability
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
• 6 years of industry experience

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.

About Manhattan

Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design‑build services. Manhattan’s award‑winning portfolio includes mission‑critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a:

• 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
• ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing Contractor
• Ten‑time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner
• 2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner
• 2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)

Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients’ long‑term goals, team members, and project partners. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.