Senior Construction Project Leader — Budget, Schedule & Risk

Flatiron Construction Corp; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package and

Paid time off program

Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental,

Vision and Provincial Medical

Wellness benefits & Employee Support

Job summary

Flatiron Construction Corp is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead technically complex construction projects from start to finish in the United States. You will manage budgets, schedules, and personnel coordination to ensure timely, high-quality delivery in alignment with owner expectations and contract requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in bid-build and alternative delivery projects, with strong leadership and risk management capabilities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in construction project management.
• 10+ years’ experience in managing personnel.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in bid-build, CMCG, design build and other alternative delivery projects.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the project, from construction to budget and cash management, ensuring everything aligns with the project contract and owner requirements.
• Develops and manages the project schedule, pay estimates, procedures, staffing needs, and equipment resources to ensure timely and accurate project completion.
• Reviews initial project contracts and supporting documents for completeness, and collaborates with the owner to resolve any specification, contract conflicts, and scheduling issues.
• Leads engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate proposed change orders, with support from the Area Manager as needed.
• Prepares and presents monthly cost and revenue forecasts and reports to Flatiron leadership.
• Maintains strong working relationships with Flatiron supporting departments and the project owner to support the project work plan and payment schedule.
• Serves as the main point of contact for all third-party stakeholders, including landowners, local business owners, and government agencies involved in the project.
• Reviews and approves all internal and external media news releases related to the project.
• Ensures project safety by conducting weekly safety checks, participating in safety meetings, and supporting both project and owner safety programs.
• Approves staffing and equipment needs to ensure efficient and effective project production.
• Participates in the dispute resolution process with support from internal legal counsel.
• Provides input on equipment procurement methods and contracts to ensure efficient project production.
• Leads project closeout procedures, finalizes contract paperwork, obtains retainages, and works with management to resolve any project claims. Conducts project debriefs to review all aspects of project work and completion.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Contract knowledge

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Flatiron Construction Corp is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead technically complex construction projects from start to finish in the United States. You will manage budgets, schedules, and personnel coordination to ensure timely, high-quality delivery in alignment with owner expectations and contract requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in bid-build and alternative delivery projects, with strong leadership and risk management capabilities.