Senior Construction Project Manager

J. Davis Construction

Charleston (SC)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Employer-paid medical benefits

401(k) and matching

Paid time off and holidays

Vehicle allowance

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

J. Davis Construction in Charleston, SC, seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple projects, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and budget standards. Responsibilities include managing project teams, reviewing execution plans and schedules, and maintaining client satisfaction. Candidates should possess 5+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in construction or related field. Benefits include relocation assistance, employer-paid health coverage, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with at least 1-2 major vertical industrial projects ($5-10 million minimum).
Strong business ethics regarding budgets, invoicing, and payments.
10+ years of experience with knowledge of construction, design, and cost management.

Responsibilities

Maintain client satisfaction on assigned projects.
Supervise General Contracting Division project teams.
Ensure project teams adhere to contract terms and conditions.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budget management

Construction knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction science & management or related field

Tools

MS Office applications

Construction project management software

Job description

J. Davis Construction a family‑owned organization providing a full‑service general contractor with an unlimited class license. We service the upstate of South Carolina, Northeast Georgia and Western North Carolina. With four divisions and three offices in the coastal and upstate regions of South Carolina, we are proud to offer superior services to the southeastern United States.

The General Construction Division is focused on being the premier general contractor in our service area. We pursue projects in the following sectors: Industrial, Amenities/Community, Higher Education/K‑12, Commercial and Governmental.

Now, with a wealth of resources and the goal of better serving our clients, we are passionate about people, eager to build, and thrilled for what the future holds. Join our team and be a part of something amazing.

The position of Senior Project Manager is an essential part of the General Construction Team and will be involved in the management of multiple projects and team to ensure projects are running efficiently while providing general project oversight to mitigate project constraints and ensure the assigned projects maintain schedule, quality, safety, and budget. This person will work closely with the General Superintendent, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and Field Engineers to establish the direction of each project, and ensure a quality project is delivered to the customers’ satisfaction, within budget and on schedule as referenced in the executed contract documents. This person is also responsible for managing the project teams to ensure they are working in a cooperative and efficient manner which supports the project’s overall success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for Maintaining Client Satisfaction on Assigned Projects
Responsible for Supervision of General Contracting Division Project Teams
Participates in Project Reviews with Preconstruction Team on Assigned Project
Participates in Handoff of Project from Preconstruction Team to Project Team
Responsible for Review and Approval of Project Execution Plans
Responsible for Review and Approval of the Project Schedules
Responsible for Ensuring Site‑Specific Safety & Quality Requirements are Developed
Responsible for Verifying Timely Buyout of all Major Purchase Orders has been Completed within 30 days of Project Start
Responsible for Timely Review and Approval of Subcontracts and Purchase Orders
Responsible for Review and Approval of Schedule of Values for each Project
Responsible for Monitoring Project Schedule and Providing Course Corrections as needed to Maintain Schedules
Accountable for Monitoring and Reporting Project Budget
Accountable for Insuring Project Teams are Adhering to Contract Terms and Conditions
Verify Regular Project Photos and Daily Reports are being Completed in Procore
Responsible for Maintaining Open Communications with Owner and Subcontractors
Responsible for Verifying Projects are Addressing Change Management in a Timely Fashion
Ensure Timely Payments are Received from Customer
Responsible for Maintaining Cash Positive Position on All Projects
Responsible for insuring Project Close Out is Completed Timely
Review and Approve Work in Progress and Executive Summary Reports Monthly
Responsible to Manage Project Close Out Meetings

Skills & Qualifications

5+ Years of experience with at least 1‑2 major vertical industrial projects ($5‑10 million minimum) completed as Pre‑con Manager, PM or SPM
Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of MS Office applications
Familiarity with construction project management software is a plus, but not required
Strong business ethics with regards to budgets, invoicing and payments
Reading contract documents and P&ID drawings
Working knowledge of project estimating, planning, scheduling and budgeting
Strong written and verbal communication skills that align with core values
10+ Years of experience with knowledge of construction, design, and cost management
Bachelor’s degree in construction science & management or related field is preferred

Benefits