Project Manager / Estimator

Jans Corporation; Sioux Falls, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Healthcare options

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Branded gear allowance

Safety glasses allowance

Job summary

Jans Corporation in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from planning through closeout. You will coordinate schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and vendors while aligning with internal teams and field leadership to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, 5+ years in project management, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years managing commercial construction projects as a project manager.
• Residential project management experience is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• General understanding and proficiency in project management, scheduling, and Microsoft products.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and take feedback from team members.
• Willingness to contribute positively to project goals.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules, timelines, milestones, and work plans to support successful project execution.
• Lead pre-construction planning efforts, including coordination of permits, logistics, subcontractor onboarding, and project start-up activities.
• Manage and organize project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change orders, and progress reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely distribution of project information to all stakeholders.
• Lead communication and coordination with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials, labor, and services.
• Manage procurement schedules, delivery timelines, and follow-up activities to keep projects moving forward.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure work complies with project specifications, applicable codes, safety requirements, and company standards.
• Coordinate inspections, address project issues, and drive corrective actions to maintain quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
• Manage project budgets by tracking costs, reviewing invoices, monitoring expenses, and supporting accurate cost reporting.
• Review subcontractor billings, manage change order activity, and identify cost impacts that may affect project performance.

Skills

Construction management

Civil engineering

Communication

Scheduling

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Jans Corporation is a well-established, medium-sized family-owned general contracting company with a rich history spanning over 40 years. We specialize in delivering high-quality commercial construction projects across various industries, maintaining a reputation for excellence and integrity in our work.

Job Summary

Jans Corporation is seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from planning through closeout. This role requires a strong background estimating and managing commercial construction projects, the ability to coordinate schedules, budgets, documentation, subcontractors, and vendors, and a collaborative approach to working with internal teams, field leadership, and project stakeholders. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality projects while supporting Jans Corporation’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and teamwork.

Hours

A typical workweek is Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM, actual working hours and days may vary due to project deadlines; May require weekend or evening work at times.

Compensation

Starting at $80,000 per year

• Competitive compensation package


• Company vehicle


• Cell phone reimbursement


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Company-Paid Life and AD&D insurance


• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability coverage


• 401(k) plan with company match


• Seven (7) paid holidays


• Flex Time Off accrual that starts on your first day!


• Fitness club discounts & wellness incentives


• Employee Assistance Programs


• Relocation allowance may be available


• A family-oriented workplace that values teamwork and professional growth


• $200 annual branded gear allowance


• $150 prescription safety glasses allowance

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules, timelines, milestones, and work plans to support successful project execution.


• Lead pre-construction planning efforts, including coordination of permits, logistics, subcontractor onboarding, and project start-up activities.

Document Control and Administration

• Manage and organize project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change orders, and progress reports.


• Ensure accurate and timely distribution of project information to all stakeholders.

Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination

• Lead communication and coordination with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials, labor, and services.


• Manage procurement schedules, delivery timelines, and follow-up activities to keep projects moving forward.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance Oversight

• Monitor construction activities to ensure work complies with project specifications, applicable codes, safety requirements, and company standards.


• Coordinate inspections, address project issues, and drive corrective actions to maintain quality, safety, and schedule expectations.

Budget Management and Cost Control

• Manage project budgets by tracking costs, reviewing invoices, monitoring expenses, and supporting accurate cost reporting.


• Review subcontractor billings, manage change order activity, and identify cost impacts that may affect project performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).


• 5+ years managing commercial construction projects as a project manager.


• Residential project management experience is preferred.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• General Understanding and proficiency in project management, scheduling, and Microsoft Products.


• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and take feedback from team members.


• Willingness to contribute positively to project goals.


• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in the construction industry.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with periodic job site visits.

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.