Project Manager - Interior Construction - Knoxville

CBI; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CBI is seeking an Interior Construction Project Manager in the Knoxville area to lead client strategy, oversee design and construction, and coordinate with general contractors. You will drive project sign-offs, manage on-site field installations, and ensure day-two accountability, while balancing schedule and budget with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, clear communication, and proactive planning across multiple projects to deliver punch-free finishes and smooth

Qualifications

• 5-10 years related experience.
• Construction experience required, field oversight experience preferred.
• Degrees/Certificates not required but considered: Construction Management, CM Technology, PM AAS, PMP

Responsibilities

• Manage resources to ensure timely, on-target deliverables.
• Match client needs to appropriate solutions.
• Describe technical details of our products and their value.
• Plan the project – scope, schedule, resources and dependencies.
• Point of Contact for planning and execution with construction partners.
• Qualify opportunities throughout the process.
• Identify opportunities through client, partners and GC relationships.
• Manage sale, closure and delivery of transactions with pricing oversight.
• Source products and subcontractors
• Maintain client and GC relationships post-project, Day 2 responsibilities.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously with proactive planning.

Skills

Construction experience

Field oversight

Client communication

Project planning

Negotiations

Budget management

Education

Construction Management

CM Technology

PM AAS

PMP

Job description

Title: Interior Construction Project Manager
Report to: Market Leader

Desired Experience and Skills

• 5-10 years related experience
• Construction experience required, field oversight experience preferred
• Degrees/Certificates not required but considered: Construction Management, CM Technology, PM AAS, PMP

Role Summary

Responsible for client strategy, solutions oversight, product sign-offs, design oversight (project level), construction meeting leadership, coordination with general contractor (GC), on-site field/installation oversight, target punch free projects, client walk throughs, client move-ins, and day two accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the resources to ensure timely, on-target and quality deliverables
• Match client needs to appropriate solutions
• Describe the technical details of our products and communicate their value
• Plan the project – scope, schedule, resources and dependencies
• Point of Contact for planning and execution with construction partners
• Qualify opportunities throughout the process
• Identify potential opportunities through client, partners and GC relationships
• Manage the sale, closure and delivery of transactions through direct and indirect influenceArticulate and defend our value
• Contract negotiations and pricing oversight with tracking through accounting system.
• Source products and subcontractors
• Manage relationships with the client and GC post project – through day 2 needs
• Ability to manage task on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive planning and engagement for project success.

Qualities of a High Performing Team Member

• Strong work ethic
• Accountability
• Approachable
• Committed
• Courageous
• Driven
• Dedication
• Time management
• Outstanding work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Integrity
• Learner
• Loyal
• Passionate
• Servant Leadership
• Team Player
• Trustworthy
• Attention to detail
• Organized and methodical

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Associates are responsible for reviewing the CBI Sourcebook and other forms of communications such as policy and procedure updates for additional details and job requirements.