Construction Project Manager

Location: Akron, OH
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to support the successful execution of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project execution including safety, quality, scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management, client relations, documentation, and field operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong construction management background, experience leading multidisciplinary projects, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining client satisfaction and project profitability.

Fleet vehicle provided.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Manage overall project execution from project approval through completion and closeout.
• Oversee multiple concurrent construction projects ranging from approximately $100K to $10M in value.
• Direct day-to-day construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with project controls to maintain project schedules, forecasts, and cost reporting.
• Develop and implement project execution plans, staffing plans, procurement plans, and construction quality programs.
• Coordinate project turnover, warranty administration, closeout documentation, and record retention.

Safety & Quality

• Promote and enforce project safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Lead project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits.
• Oversee project-specific non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify project permits, licenses, insurance, bonding, and compliance requirements are maintained.

Client & Contract Management

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for project-related communications and updates.
• Participate in project risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Negotiate contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and related project agreements.
• Manage contract administration activities including RFIs, submittals, change management, claims mitigation, and closeout.
• Review and present project status reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial updates to leadership and clients.

Construction Operations

• Coordinate with engineering teams to support timely delivery of engineering packages and construction deliverables.
• Manage procurement activities and subcontractor performance.
• Oversee materials management, receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation.
• Review field reports and monitor project progress.
• Coordinate commissioning, startup, and turnover activities.
• Support communication with governmental agencies, industry organizations, and public stakeholders.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead project teams including field staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Mentor Assistant Construction Project Managers, Construction Coordinators, craft supervision, and interns.
• Support staffing plans, onboarding efforts, and workforce development.
• Provide performance feedback and coaching to project team members.
• Manage labor planning, crew rates, labor classifications, productivity metrics, and workforce utilization.
• Foster strong relationships with local building trades and labor organizations when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Applicable industry experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
• Minimum 7 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and risk management.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and client relationships.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with project management, scheduling, document control, and cost management software preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• EPC project experience.
• Experience managing electrical, mechanical, and civil construction projects.
• Knowledge of earned value management, change management, and project controls.
• Familiarity with commissioning and startup activities.
• Experience working within utility, industrial, energy, manufacturing, or large commercial construction environments.