Senior Project Manager

Just Construction Recruitment; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Short- & long-term disability

Life insurance

PTO & holiday pay

Weather pay

401(k) with profit sharing

Employee support services

Job summary

A well-established general contractor is seeking a Managing Consultant for their operations in the Carolinas. This role will offer a structured path to becoming a Project Manager and future division leader, emphasizing project management and estimating responsibilities. Candidates should have at least 5 years of construction experience and a background in handling significant projects. The position comes with competitive pay and a range of employee benefits, including health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ construction experience.
• Ground up projects $30m plus.
• Understanding of construction technology and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Build core competency in cost control and job budgets.
• Support or lead project execution with focus on productivity and profitability.
• Work with Project Engineers on forecasting and project performance.

Skills

Construction experience

Project management

Estimating

Leadership skills

Communication and people skills

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

CAD

BlueBeam

HCSS/Agtek

Spectrum

Job description

Managing Consultant | GC USA | North & South Carolina

This opportunity is with a well‑established general contractor offering a structured development path into a high‑performing Project Manager/Estimator and future division‑level leader. The role blends project management, estimating, field exposure, and leadership development.

Pay Range

$110,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

Role Highlights

• Clear growth track covering project management, estimating, budgeting, leadership, and operations.
• Hands‑on involvement in multiple project phases, both in the field and office.
• Strong emphasis on leadership skills, decision‑making, integrity, and people‑management.

Key Responsibilities

• Build core competency in cost control, job budgets, reporting, AP/AR, change management, and fair cost negotiation.
• Support or lead safe, efficient project execution with focus on quality, productivity, and profitability.
• Work closely with Project Engineers and Superintendents on forecasting, cost reporting, and project performance.
• Perform estimating tasks including takeoffs, plan/spec review, drilling/sampling, and material analysis.
• Develop skills in conflict management, emotional intelligence, and values‑based leadership.

Required Background

• 5+ years’ construction experience.
• Ground up projects $30m plus.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred (Construction Management or Civil Engineering ideal but not required).
• Strong software skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, CAD, BlueBeam, HCSS/Agtek, Spectrum.
• Understanding of construction technology, equipment, means and methods, and OSHA standards.

Personal Qualities

• High integrity and proactive mindset.
• Excellent relationship‑building capability.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Eager to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility.

Benefits

• Health plan options
• Short- & long‑term disability
• Life insurance
• PTO & holiday pay
• Weather pay
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Employee support services

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management

Industries

Construction and Building Construction