Project Manager - Federal Construction

Bryan Construction Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

HSA

Life and AD&D (Company Sponsored)

Disability

EAP

Vacation

Sick Leave

401K with Company Matching

Job summary

Bryan Construction Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from pre-con to closeout. You will manage budgets, scheduling, contracting, and client relationships to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget project delivery. The PM will mentor junior staff and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project success.

The role requires strong knowledge of drawings, specs, AIA contracts, and permitting, plus experience with BIM and RFI processes. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a Project Manager or equivalent GC work experience.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Experience partnering with subcontractors and reading submittals/contract docs.
• Leadership or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project teams including PAs and engineers.
• Oversee project budgeting, cost codes, and cost-to-complete tracking.
• Coordinate drawings, specs, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Lead project meetings (OAC, kick-off, internal) and ensure safety compliance.
• Ensure closeout, warranty, and final payment processes are completed.
• Manage BIM coordination and subcontractor coordination for clash reports.

Skills

Critical thinking

Vendor management

Math & accounting

Relationship building

Project scheduling

Reading drawings & specs

AIA contract knowledge

Code and permit knowledge

Estimating reading

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction management software

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading and managing all phases of commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. The PM oversees project planning, scheduling, budgeting, contracting, and execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The PM serves as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring overall project success in alignment with company goals and client expectations. A Project Manager will assume the essential functions of an Assistant Project Manager as appropriate.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead, manage, and develop Project Administrators (PAs), Senior PAs, Project Engineers (PEs), Senior PEs, and Assistant PMs
• Lead timely project buyout
• Assist with the estimating process by reviewing proposals/pricing from subcontractors and completing takeoffs, as needed
• Manage the project budget, to include creating Cost to Complete (CTC) for Executive Manager review, providing the Accounting team with cost codes to input for budget, and managing the project budget and tracking expenses within the construction management software
• Oversee all aspects of project drawings and specifications
• Oversee the submittal process
• Oversee the Request for Information (RFI) process
• Lead and run project and team meetings, including OAC meetings, internal team meetings, Preconstruction meetings, project kick-off meeting, and other project meetings, as appropriate
• Oversee the inspection process, as needed
• Oversee the permitting process
• Lead the change order process
• Lead the Prime Contract pay application and secure final payment from ownership
• Organize Building Information Modeling (BIM). Manage subcontractors for coordination and lead clash report meetings
• Assist with Quality Control measures to ensure adherence to programs and plans, as needed
• Support safety processes, confirming subcontractors submit required safety documentation, as appropriate
• Manage the project schedule by creating a baseline schedule, building out activities, determining time duration, and identifying schedule logic
• Oversee completion of punchlist items
• Oversee the closeout process, reviewing and confirming the accuracy and completeness of closeout documents
• Oversee the warranty process

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Critical thinking skills
• Vendor/supplier management skills
• Basic math and accounting skills
• Skilled at building and managing relationships; customer service
• Knowledge of project workflows and associated impacts
• Strong ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of AIA contract/specification requirements
• Knowledge of building codes and permitting requirements
• Ability to read and understand estimates
• Advanced knowledge of project scheduling

Supervisory Responsibility

Project Administrator(s), Senior Project Administrator(s), PE(s), Senior PE(s), APM(s)

Work Environment

This job operates in a construction work site environment with others as well as in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and personal protection equipment. Work may require occasional weekend and evening work.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use manual dexterity. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak, hear, use eye/hand coordination, and reach with arms and hands. The employee must frequently be able to work in a construction job site environment, including but not limited to working outside, excessive heat/cold, fumes/smoke/gases, walking on uneven surfaces, noise/vibrations, and working around moving equipment/machinery. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs and ladders, balance, stoop or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Expected Hours of Work/Travel

Ability to travel to multiple locations or job sites daily or weekly as needed.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or similar field, or equivalent work experience
• Experience working as a Project Manager or equivalent general contractor work experience
• Experience managing Commercial construction projects
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, to include Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience using construction management software
• Experience partnering with subcontractors
• Experience reading submittals and contract documents
• Leadership, coaching and/or mentoring experience

Preferred Education And Experience

• OSHA 30 certification and/or CPR/First Aid training
• Experience leading a team of direct reports
• Experience leading and facilitating OAC meetings
• Experience leading or participating in red zone and close out meetings
• Experience managing permitting and licensing processes
• Experience reviewing subcontracts to identify gaps in scope
• Experience negotiating subcontracts
• Experience completing estimatesExperience managing the change order process
• Experience setting up project budgets
• Experience working with scheduling software
• Drug Screening and Background Investigation Required**

Salary Range: $95,000-$140,000

Benefits

Bryan Construction is pleased to offer a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (H S A)
• Accident Coverage
• Company Sponsored Basic life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• 401K with Company Matching

AAP/EEO Statement

Bryan Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Application Deadline: November 13th, 2026