Project Manager - Bellevue, WA

VetJobs; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Hensel Phelps in Bellevue, WA seeks an experienced Project Manager to act as the company’s management representative, ensuring safe, on‑time, within‑budget project completion. You will coordinate with owners, design teams, and trade partners while managing costs, schedules, and quality standards on complex construction projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field and 5–10 years of commercial design‑build experience, with a valid driver’s license and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 5–10 years of commercial design-build or CM experience.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to allocate resources and manage assets.
• Proven management capabilities and delegation.
• OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety is properly incorporated into job planning and execution
• Promote accountability among staff and trade partners as it relates to the project safety policies
• Enforce these policies by actively participating in all safety-related functions
• Manage pre-job planning activities and coordinate the mobilization effort and start-up activities
• Include personnel planning, the project schedule, procurement of trade partners and vendors, deployment of technology and similar activities as defined in the Book of 14
• Job purchasing and contracting is the responsibility of the project manager and is performed in collaboration with the Estimating department and project team
• Be the primary company representative at the project site and point of contact for the owner
• Maintain open communications with all project stakeholders and work to resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner
• Monitor project costs and schedule progress carefully
• Conduct frequent reviews of job reports used in the preparation of the monthly margin analysis
• Carefully analyze cost and schedule metrics and initiate course corrections, as appropriate
• Support the PS in the execution of the project quality control plan
• Ensure a QC plan is set up for the project and that a qualified commissioning team is created to support commissioning efforts
• Establish the project quality expectations during the purchasing meeting and then follow-up throughout the QC process
• Responsible for trade partner management and issue resolution
• Look for opportunities to support the project schedule and ensure trade partner success
• Mentor, train and develop salary personnel in all aspects of their careers
• Provide timely feedback and ensure that employees participate in the performance review process.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Asta

Prolog

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Compensation Data (Washington Only)

• Base: $108,600 - $114,000 (depending on experience)
• COLA: $19,200
• Car: $16,200
• Phone: $900
• Total comp: $144,900 - $150,000

The Project Manager (PM) is the company’s “management representative” to the various stakeholders on the project (e.g., owner, design team, trade partner management, AHJs, etc.) and is responsible for the safe completion of their projects within budget, on schedule, to the company’s quality standards and to the customer’s satisfaction. The PM has the authority to take the required actions to achieve these objectives, and to ensure all project activities are consistent with contract documents and the company’s policies. The PM and PS work as a complementary team to plan and build the project. The PM’s first responsibility is to support the effectiveness of the PS and the project staff. Generally, the PM will concentrate on long‑term planning, scheduling and the identification and resolution of possible “roadblocks” and “pitfalls” which could have an impact on the project. The PM is responsible for ensuring that all logistical support is completed in a timely manner so that the PS can concentrate on the daily and weekly direction of the company’s resources and coordination of trade partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure safety is properly incorporated into job planning and execution
• Promote accountability among staff members and trade partners as it relates to the project safety policies
• Enforce these policies by actively participating in all safety‑related functions
• Manage pre‑job planning activities and coordinate the mobilization effort and start‑up activities
• Include personnel planning, the project schedule, procurement of trade partners and vendors, deployment of technology and similar activities as defined in the Book of 14
• Job purchasing and contracting is the responsibility of the project manager and is performed in collaboration with the Estimating department and project team
• Be the primary company representative at the project site and point of contact for the owner
• Maintain open communications with all project stakeholders and work to resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner
• Monitor project costs and schedule progress carefully
• Conduct frequent reviews of job reports used in the preparation of the monthly margin analysis
• Carefully analyze cost and schedule metrics and initiate course corrections, as appropriate
• Support the PS in the execution of the project quality control plan
• Ensure a QC plan is set up for the project and that a qualified commissioning team is created to support commissioning efforts
• Establish the project quality expectations during the purchasing meeting and then follow‑up throughout the QC process
• Responsible for trade partner management and issue resolution
• Look for opportunities to support the project schedule and ensure trade partner success
• Mentor, train and develop salary personnel in all aspects of their careers
• Provide timely feedback and ensure that employees participate in the performance review process.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field with a minimum of five to ten years commercial design‑build project management or construction management experience
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Solid problem‑solving skills
• Exhibits consistent and competent judgement
• Ability to work independently and with other team members
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• High attention to detail while working under deadlines and managing multiple priorities
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, Primavera P6 or Asta, Prolog and Bluebeam
• Must possess the ability to strategically allocate resources and effectively manage assets
• Proven management capabilities having demonstrated the ability to delegate tasks and motivate direct reports
• Preferred Qualifications: OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements
Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures
Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field with a minimum of five to ten years commercial design-build project management or construction management experience.

City

Bellevue

State

Washington

Job Category

Project Management

Job Code

Construction1 Construction

Affiliate Sponsor

Hensel Phelps

Salary Range

>$100,000