Senior Construction Project Leader for High-Profile Projects

B. Kahn Construction Co.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Kahn Construction Co. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee overall technical management of construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.

You will lead safety, quality control, and scheduling while coordinating with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and owners. The role requires expertise in project management software (MS Project), strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to plan 6–12 months ahead.

Qualifications

• Completed OSHA 30 Hour Construction course.
• Proficient with project management software and estimating tools.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support the project team in safety, quality control and schedule adherence.
• Proactively identifies and plans work, coordinates equipment/materials, and monitors progress.
• Reads and interprets plans/specs from Architect/Engineer and communicates to others.
• Ensure projects operate within budget.
• Create agenda for project meetings.
• Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and prerequisites.
• Create documents like Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, and Pay Applications.
• Perform quantity take-offs and unit pricing.
• Create Monthly Progress Reports for the Program/Project.
• Negotiate subcontracts and change orders with subcontractors/suppliers.
• Negotiate change orders with Owners.
• Create owner letters and RFIs.
• Assist in RFQ/RFP preparation.
• View project progression 6–12 months ahead.
• Support Superintendent responsibilities.
• Mentor/train Assistant PMs and Project Engineers.
• Review submittals for Contract Documents compliance.

Skills

Project management

MS Project

Estimating software

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Project

Estimating software

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

B. Kahn Construction Co. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee overall technical management of construction projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.

You will lead safety, quality control, and scheduling while coordinating with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and owners. The role requires expertise in project management software (MS Project), strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to plan 6–12 months ahead.