Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction Leader

O'Brien Construction; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

O’Brien Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead project teams from estimating through close-out for a ground-up project in Bettendorf, IA with future work across Iowa.

The role emphasizes schedule control, budget oversight, and technical direction to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include coordinating with owners, clients, and design professionals, maintaining plans and contracts, and driving safety, cost control, and timely progression of

Qualifications

• High school required; Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience and knowledge of construction activities (scheduling, cost control, project accounting, logistics, management).
• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self motivation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible working style.
• Competitive salary and benefits including eligibility for bonus programs, PTO, tuition reimbursement and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining an in depth and thorough knowledge of project plans, specs, requirements and contracts.
• Managing the project schedule to ensure progress toward milestones.
• Acting as primary contact and company representative for Owners, clients, and owners reps.
• Ensuring safe work practices and compliance with federal and state safety rules.
• Reviewing subcontractor proposals and awarding work based on quality and cost.
• Ensuring subcontractor performance and contract compliance.
• Communicating with architects, engineers and required professionals.
• Reviewing progress reports and Look Ahead reports weekly.
• Communicating with PMs and PEs on issues and progress.
• Expanding knowledge of industry best practices and innovation.
• Solving problems using available knowledge and resources.
• Upholding the Company's integrity and ethics for the team.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

O’Brien Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead project teams from estimating through close-out for a ground-up project in Bettendorf, IA with future work across Iowa.

The role emphasizes schedule control, budget oversight, and technical direction to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include coordinating with owners, clients, and design professionals, maintaining plans and contracts, and driving safety, cost control, and timely progression of