Project Manager - Newport, KY

Messer Construction Co.; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EGC Construction in Newport, KY seeks a Project Manager with commercial or industrial experience to lead complex, multi‑discipline construction projects from initial scope through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, schedule and budget targets are met.

You will own project planning, scheduling, cost management and vendor coordination, collaborate with owners, designers and subcontractors, and drive Lean planning and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience managing self-performed trades is a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage owner, designer, subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Drive daily commitment to Zero Injury Safety Program.
• Manage project schedule, establish budget and control costs.
• Implement the Quality Leadership System.
• Establish and maintain contact with subcontractors to ensure smooth contract awarding.
• Conduct/lead Project Meetings.
• Create project-specific controls, monitor and report to stakeholders.
• Perform other duties and take on other responsibilities as required.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Time management

LEAN planning

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Location: Newport, KY, United States
Company: EGC
Date Posted: Sep 20, 2026

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is currently seeking a Project Manager with Commercial or Industrial experience to join team.

EGC employs more than 150 employees, including Engineers, Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents and skilled craft workers. With offices in Newport, KY, EGC services local and regional clients with general, commercial and industrial construction services. EGC is committed to safety and the continuous improvement of our safety systems and has received national safety awards as a result of our performance.

As a Project Manager at EGC, you will be responsible for both the financial and operational success of commercial and industrial construction projects. The Project Manager has the bottom-line responsibility for project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, as well as ensuring safety and quality compliance throughout the project. Our Project Managers collaborate with a team of professionals to develop and deliver on project scopes and schedules to achieve our client’s objectives. A successful Project Manager will need to be driven, motivated and dedicated to providing superior customer service.

The primary responsibilities of this position are to manage and drive projects to successful completion through a safe work environment, quality construction, effective LEAN planning & scheduling, cost management, collaboration with project stakeholders, and superior customer service.

What You Will Do:

• Manage owner, designer, subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Play an active role in driving the daily commitment to our Zero Injury Safety Program
• Responsible for managing the project schedule, establishing budget and controlling costs.
• Implement the Quality Leadership System
• Establish and maintain contact with subcontractors to ensure smooth working of the contract awarding process.
• Conduct/lead Project Meetings
• Responsible for creating project-specific controls, monitor and report out to stakeholders.
• Perform other duties and take on other responsibilities as required.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (Civil Engineering/Construction Management, etc.)
• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction projects
• Experiencing managing self-performed trades (carpenters, electricians, iron workers, millwrights) a plus
• Strong organization, time-management, verbal and written and communication skills.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.

All EGC employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. EGC Construction may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

EGC Construction does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.Candidates who need employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

EGC Construction is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.