Project Manager - Ridgeland, MS

International Erosion Control Association; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Codaray Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects in Ridgeland, MS, from preconstruction through closeout. You will own the schedule, budget, procurement, and contract administration while coordinating daily with the Project Superintendent and subs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering, 5+ years PM experience on large commercial projects, and strong verbal and written communication skills;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in construction, design, or PM.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Experience leading teams on large commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the master project schedule
• Manage subcontract and purchase order buyout after project award
• Develop cost budgets and schedules of values
• Prepare monthly pay applications
• Lead OAC and coordination meetings
• Approve vendor invoices for project costs
• Deliver monthly project cost forecasts

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Reading construction documents

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction CM software

Job description

Project Manager – Commercial Construction | Ridgeland, MS

About Codaray

Codaray Construction is looking for a Project Manager to join our Hattiesburg team - someone who wants to own projects from the first takeoff through final closeout, not just hand off work at the finish line. At Codaray, we build more than buildings - we build trust, people, and peace of mind. Our values guide everything: integrity, passion, unity, sustainability, and humility. We're hands-on from conception through completion, and we're proud to be recognized as one of Mississippi's best places to work.

The Role

As Project Manager, you'll run point on multiple commercial construction projects, working daily with your Project Superintendent and subcontractors to keep jobs on schedule, on budget, and on quality. You'll own contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling, and you'll partner closely with our preconstruction/estimating team — engaging owners, architects, engineers, and subs on constructability and value engineering as projects move from negotiation to execution.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain the master project schedule
• Manage subcontract and purchase order buyout after project award
• Develop cost budgets and schedules of values
• Prepare monthly pay applications
• Lead OAC and coordination meetings
• Approve vendor invoices for project costsDeliver monthly project cost forecasts

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in construction, design, or project management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• A track record of leading teams effectively and positively
• Self-motivation and adaptability in a fast-moving environment
• Prior PM experience on large commercial projects preferred

Why Codaray

• Competitive base salary + bonus potential
• Medical, dental, vision, cancer, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) match up to 5%
• Truck/vehicle allowance and fuel card
• PTO + 9 company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and referral bonus program
• Continuing education and company gatherings, virtual and in-person

Valid driver's license and favorable driving record required. Some travel to job sites and pre-bid visits involved.

Codaray Construction is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.