PROJECT MANAGER (DENVER)

Brinkman Construction; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Open Paid Leave Program

Flexible benefits

401(k) match

Competitive compensation

No weekend work

Cell phone reimbursement

Vehicle reimbursement

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Brinkman Construction in Denver, CO is seeking a Project Manager to lead the financial success of projects from Preconstruction handoff to completion.

You will oversee monthly projections, owner billing, procurement, subcontracts, risk management, and closeout, while mentoring team and ensuring safety and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience with a variety of ground-up product types – including commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, medical office, senior living, and/or institutional healthcare
• Experience in lead role with project size of $20M+ preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft suite of applications and project management applications.
• Clear and effective communication
• Ability to motivate and gain trust from team members
• Accountability and integrity
• Sound decision making capabilities under pressure
• Ability to foster working relationships with owners, trade partners, and inspectors
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Create accurate monthly financial projections and cash flow analysis for the project.
• Ensure timely submission of Owner billing monthly including approving invoices, ensuring collection of invoices, and approving subcontractor pay applications.
• Ensure Buyout is performed in a timely manner.
• Oversee procurement management activities including sourcing materials and ensuring timely delivery.
• Vet subcontractor change orders, prepare and negotiate change orders, and ensure all change orders are resolved monthly.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure equitably meeting the conditions of agreements.
• Train and mentor direct reports to create leverage and opportunities for others without risking successful project outcomes.
• Be the driving force behind providing solutions to problems and capable of unifying key team members to advance the solution.
• Write scopes of work into subcontract exhibits.
• Partner with the project Superintendent and lead the project as necessary to maintain the project schedule.
• Hold others accountable for Jobsite Safety Standards.
• Diagnose and manage risk on projects.
• Manage Project Closeout including holding initial meetings with owners regarding the closeout process and then managing the project team to ensure a timely Closeout.
• Voice strategies to achieve successful outcomes for individuals as well as projects.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Description

About the role:

The Project Manager is responsible for the financial success of projects assigned from Preconstruction handoff to project completion.

Essential Functions:

• Create accurate monthly financial projections and cash flow analysis for the project.
• Ensure timely submission of Owner billing monthly including approving invoices, ensuring collection of invoices, and approving subcontractor pay applications.
• Ensure Buyout is performed in a timely manner.
• Oversee procurement management activities including sourcing materials and ensuring timely delivery.
• Vet subcontractor change orders, prepare and negotiate change orders, and ensure all change orders are resolved monthly.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure equitably meeting the conditions of agreements.
• Train and mentor direct reports to create leverage and opportunities for others without risking successful project outcomes.
• Be the driving force behind providing solutions to problems and capable of unifying key team members to advance the solution.
• Write scopes of work into subcontract exhibits.
• Partner with the project Superintendent and lead the project as necessary to maintain the project schedule.
• Hold others accountable for Jobsite Safety Standards.
• Diagnose and manage risk on projects.
• Manage Project Closeout including holding initial meetings with owners regarding the closeout process and then managing the project team to ensure a timely Closeout.
• Voice strategies to achieve successful outcomes for individuals as well as projects.

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Experience with a variety of ground-up product types – including commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, medical office, senior living, and/or institutional healthcare
• Experience in lead role with project size of $20M+ preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft suite of applications and project management applications.
• Clear and effective communication
• Ability to motivate and gain trust from team members
• Accountability and integrity
• Sound decision making capabilities under pressure
• Ability to foster working relationships with owners, trade partners, and inspectors
• Valid Driver's License

What we offer:

• Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Open Paid Leave Program and paid parental leave
• Flexible benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Competitive compensation, cash bonuses, spot-bonuses
• No weekend work
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Fixed and Variable Rate vehicle reimbursement
• We are committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live, work, and play through our Volunteer Time Off program.

About us:

Across the Front Range, clients choose to work with us based on the relationships and projects we build, and the unmatched client experience we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are all-in on every project. Our culture of ownership drives us to create buildings of distinction and relationships that last. For us, excellence is non-negotiable and it’s why so many of our projects are from repeat customers.

Our Core Values:

At Brinkman Construction, we’re Driven to Build, and our core values are the cornerstone of our success. They shape our culture, define our character, inform our vision, and empower us to deliver on our mission.

We are:

Relationship Focused
All In

Salary:

Range of $100,000 to $145,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with technical skills and experience.

Anticipated application deadline 11/22/26