Project Manager - Construction

Thomas and Marker Construction; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401K Plan with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off, Holidays, Mental Health

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Marker Construction in Columbus, OH seeks a Construction Project Manager to lead commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will oversee schedule, budget, and quality while working closely with clients, project teams, and field operations.

This role requires a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and lead high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage commercial construction projects of varying sizes, scopes, and complexities.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means, methods, and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, blueprints, and construction schedules.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required; LEED GA or AP preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Project Engineer or 5 years as a Project Superintendent with an associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive all aspects of assigned projects including planning and scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and closeout.
• Lead collaborative project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, performance, and quality to ensure alignment with contract requirements.
• Develop scopes of work, subcontractor agreements, and purchase orders.
• Partner with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with plans, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and develop project engineers and junior team members to support growth and performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with proactive solutions.
• Foster long-term client relationships and pursue opportunities for future work.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Risk management

Team mentoring

Client relationship building

Education

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

MS Office

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

Construction Project Manager

Build Your Career with Us

Marker is a family-owned commercial construction company that’s been building trusted relationships and delivering quality work for nearly 70 years. With deep roots in central and west central Ohio, we’re proud of our strong legacy and even more excited for what’s next.

We believe that great people do their best work when they’re trusted, respected, and supported. That’s why we work hard to create an environment where experienced professionals feel they can lead meaningful work, mentor others, and shape how we continue to grow.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to drive complex, high-profile projects, build long-term client partnerships, and work with strong, high-performing teams. We value fresh perspectives and practical ideas that help us improve. And we never lose sight of the moments that matter — celebrating milestones, recognizing contributions, and showing up for each other when it counts.

If you want to bring your experience to a company that knows how to balance hard work with genuine care for its people, we’d love to talk with you. Let’s see how you can help lead Marker forward — and what we can build together.

What we’re looking for:

Marker is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. As a Project Manager, you will oversee schedule, budget, and quality while working closely with clients, project teams, and field operations. This role requires a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and lead high-performing teams.

We are looking for professionals who are proactive, organized, and solutions-focused. At Marker, Project Managers play a key role in delivering projects that meet client expectations and reflect our commitment to excellence, safety, and teamwork.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive all aspects of assigned projects including planning and scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and closeout.
• Lead collaborative project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, performance, and quality to ensure alignment with contract requirements.
• Develop scopes of work, subcontractor agreements, and purchase orders.
• Partner with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with plans, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and develop project engineers and junior team members to support growth and performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with proactive solutions.
• Foster long-term client relationships and pursue opportunities for future work.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage commercial construction projects of varying sizes, scopes, and complexities
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means, methods, and best practices
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, blueprints, and construction schedules
• Skilled in project management software including MS Office, Procore, and Primavera P6
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Strong attention to detail
• OSHA 30-hour certification required; LEED GA or AP preferred
• Minimum of 3 years as a Project Engineer or 5 years as a Project Superintendent with an associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and commitment to delivering quality work

Primary Location:

Columbus, Ohio

Benefits Package

Attracting and retaining exceptional talent is crucial to the long-term stability and success of our company. At Marker Construction, we recognize the importance of valuing our associates’ dedication and hard work. That's why we have meticulously designed a comprehensive benefits package that ensures our team members are fairly rewarded for their time and contributions. Here are some of the prominent benefits that all our associates enjoy:

• Competitive base salary
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance with Added Wellness Incentives
• Employer-Paid Basic Life, Accidental Death + Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability, Supplemental Life, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Mental Health Days, Floating Holidays, and Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fitness and Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Marker, Inc. celebrates diversity and strives to be an inclusive workspace where we encourage and support our associates to be their true selves, to innovate, and to build great projects! Our inclusion drives our innovation and connects us closer to our clients and the communities we serve. We encourage people of all races, colors, religions, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, or veteran status to bring their true selves to join our team.