Senior Construction Project Manager: Deliver on Budget & Quality

Chaparral Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaparral Company in Birmingham, AL, is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead complex commercial builds from planning through closeout. You will develop schedules, budgets, and staffing plans while coordinating with design teams, inspectors, and clients.

You will mentor site staff, monitor safety and quality, track costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing standards. Travel to job sites is expected to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred but not required.
• 7+ years of construction management experience.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore).
• Strong understanding of construction materials, heavy commercial application and trade coordination, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel to job sites and manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Allocate resources effectively, managing staffing, materials, tracking costs accordingly.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Supervise, mentor, and support project managers, site supervisors, and field teams.
• Conduct regular team meetings and performance evaluations to maintain high standards of productivity.
• Track and report field productivity to corporate leadership. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to coordinate project requirements.
• Ensure all project work is completed according to industry standards, specifications, and regulations.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress, quality, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, OSHA, and company safety policies.
• Manage project budgets, reviewing costs, tracking expenses, and ensuring profitability.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or safety.
• Prepare and present monthly bills and financial reports, schedule of values, etc.
• Anticipate potential project risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Resolve project issues promptly to minimize delays and cost overruns.

Skills

7+ years of construction management

Leadership & communication

Safety standards knowledge

Travel willingness

Materials and trade coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/Engineering/Business

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Chaparral Company in Birmingham, AL, is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead complex commercial builds from planning through closeout. You will develop schedules, budgets, and staffing plans while coordinating with design teams, inspectors, and clients.

You will mentor site staff, monitor safety and quality, track costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing standards. Travel to job sites is expected to manage multiple projects concurrently.