Project Manager (Commercial Construction)

Danis Construction; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K plan

Generous Vacation/PTO

Profit Sharing

Danis University training programs

Job summary

Danis Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex construction efforts with a focus on healthcare, life sciences, and industrial sectors. This role emphasizes on-site leadership, budget stewardship, and safe, compliant project delivery across multiple sites.

Ideal candidates bring a four-year engineering or construction management degree, 8+ years of PM experience, and a record of managing $5–$10M projects in commercial/institutional contexts.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 8 years in Project Management with a focus on at-risk general contracting.
• At least 5 years of hands-on on-site, at-risk projects valued between $5–$10 million.
• Strong understanding of project processes and their role in success.
• Ability to manage budgets, profitability, and client relationships.
• Proven leadership, critical thinking, and coordination across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead with vision: set objectives, collaborate with Project Executive, ensure alignment with policies.
• Oversee construction to deliver on design, budget, and schedule; ensure completion and client satisfaction.
• Lead meetings, guide planning, scheduling, and engineering; mentor project engineers.
• Demonstrate financial mastery: manage cost control, billings, change management, and cash flows.
• Ensure safety programs, meticulous documentation, and on-time, on-budget completion while mitigating schedule impacts.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

On-site supervision

Safety compliance

Risk management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Since 1916, Danis has been dedicated to being builders with a foundation of integrity, driven by innovation, and dedicated to the vision of our clients. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest in our industry.

We believe in investing in our most valuable asset – our employees. Danis University offers over 45 training programs for our operations professionals, ensuring continuous development that supports ongoing learning, skill-building, and career advancement, shaping the growth of our professionals throughout their careers. When you join Danis, you become part of a team that values your talent and fosters your professional growth. Together, we can make a meaningful impact, push boundaries, and achieve unparalleled results.

At Danis, we’re more than just managers; we're passionate builders. With a dedicated focus on the craft, our Project Managers are assigned to just one, or at most two, projects at a time. This ensures they're not stretched thin across various responsibilities, allowing for a balanced workload and a deep commitment to each project's success.

Responsibilities

As a Danis Project Manager you’ll:

Lead with Vision: Establish project objectives and standards, collaborate with our Project Executive, and ensure projects align with corporate policies.

Execute Excellence: Oversee project construction to deliver on design, budget, and schedule, taking full accountability for project completion and customer satisfaction.

Guide & Mentor: Lead project meetings, provide direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions, and mentor and develop project engineers.

Demonstrate Financial Mastery: Manage cost control, billings, change management, and cash flows, maximizing profitability and building valuable client relationships.

Ensure Safety & Compliance: Implement safety programs, maintain meticulous project documentation, and ensure on-time, on-budget completion while mitigating schedule impacts.

Qualifications

As a Project Manager you’ll bring:

Educational Background: A four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

Experience: A minimum of a 8 years in Project Management, with a focus on at-risk (self-perform) General Contracting, specifically within the healthcare, life sciences, and industrial sectors.

Project Expertise: At least 5 years of hands-on experience managing on-site, at-risk projects ranging from $5-10 million in the commercial and institutional domains.

Process Proficiency: A comprehensive understanding of project processes and their pivotal role in ensuring project success.

Financial Acumen: The ability to adeptly manage budgets, optimize profitability, and foster enduring relationships to secure future projects.

Critical Thinking: Navigate complex challenges, innovate solutions, and make informed decisions that drive project success.

As a Project Manager you’ll receive:

Competitive Compensation: Annual merit increases and bonuses.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance: For you and your family.

Coverage for the Unexpected: Including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance and Life Insurance.

Secure Your Future: A 401K Plan to help you plan for your retirement.

Work-Life Balance: Generous Vacation/PTO.

Opportunity To Give Back: Constructing Hope, our community outreach program.

Professional Development: Danis University has 45 different training programs.

Financial Flexibility: Access to a Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.

Share in Our Success: Profit Sharing, because we believe in rewarding your dedication.

Working Conditions

Combination ofoffice and field work; many assignments based at on-site project offices

Frequent local travel to job sites, design meetings, and subcontractor coordination sessions

Must be comfortable walking active construction sites invarying weather conditions

Physical activity may include climbing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), kneeling, crawling, and extended periods of standing or walking

Join us as a Project Manager and be a part of a team that thrives on the love for construction and delivers unrivaled dedication to every build!

EEO Statement

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

NO AGENCY CALLS OR SUBMISSIONSDanis does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of Danis, and no fees will be paid.

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