Project Manager - Construction

Walbridge; Connecticut; Remote; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager in construction, where your expertise will guide complex projects to success. With a commitment to quality and safety, this role involves overseeing construction efforts, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll benefit from a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for career growth. This established industry player is looking for a leader who can navigate large-scale projects and make a significant impact. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Living allowance

Career planning and development

Outstanding training programs

Safe and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Ability to apply management techniques to maximize employee performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee total construction effort ensuring adherence to design, budget, and schedule.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Oversight

Client Development

Estimating

Scheduling

Procurement

Safety Oversight

Cost Monitoring

Interpersonal Skills

Education

4-year construction management/engineering degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Project Manager - Construction role at Walbridge.

Provide overall administrative and technical direction for one large complex project. Responsibilities include customer interface, client development, project scoping, estimating, scheduling, procurement, construction oversight, safety oversight, cost and progress monitoring, management, and reporting. Living allowance provided - you can live anywhere in the US.

We want you to join our team.

Through industry-leading innovation, our company has forged a legacy of quality and safety since 1916.

What we offer you:

• A safe, inclusive environment where employees are valued for their contributions
• Career planning, development & growth
• Outstanding training programs

Why choose Walbridge:

• Large organization with award-winning projects, yet small enough for you to have an impact
• Strong values which are the foundation of our growth for over 100 years
• Recognition for stand-out projects, safety, sustainability, culture, wellness, and diversity practices

Responsibilities:

• Oversee total construction effort to ensure project is constructed according to design, budget, and schedule, interfacing with client representatives, A/E representatives, subcontractors, end users, security, etc.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate boundaries. Coordinate activities of all personnel on assigned projects.
• Monitor and control construction through on-site supervision to ensure schedule and budget adherence; investigate serious issues and implement corrective measures. Approve purchase requisitions, change requests, etc.
• Ensure compliance with company, client, and project policies, standards, and procedures. Interpret policies as needed.
• Maintain project documentation, assist with safety program implementation, and provide direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering teams.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company interests and maintain good client relationships.
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by regional management.

Qualifications:

• 4-year construction management/engineering degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, design, finance, and management
• Ability to apply management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Understanding of industry practices and standards; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; business-oriented mindset
• Experience managing large-scale projects, including data center projects or projects over $100M in various sectors
• Valid US driver’s license and passport; willingness to travel (~70%)

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities
• Knowledge of construction laws, standards, and safety standards
• Experience in developing project strategies, plans, and budgets

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Walbridge is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, military, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.