Construction Project Manager

Sparks Group

Trafford, Alabama

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$70,000–$100,000

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Regulations, Civil Engineering, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Construction Safety, Contract Review, Cost Control, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Material Take Off, Materials Planning, Multitasking, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Project Control, Project Estimates, Project Lifecycle, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Resource Management, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Schedule Development, Time Management, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Trafford, Alabama

POSTED

1 day ago

Sparks Group is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction-focused projects from initial planning through final completion. This remote role (MUST live in the Trafford area) requires a proactive professional who can independently manage multiple projects while coordinating estimating, planning, procurement, scheduling, and field execution. The ideal candidate understands the full lifecycle of construction projects and can effectively align internal teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure successful delivery. Great opportunity for someone with a minimum of 2 years' experience in Construction who is interested in growth opportunities. Please apply for immediate consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct projects through all phases, including planning, budgeting, execution, commissioning, and closeout.
Prepare project estimates, material takeoffs, and customer proposals.
Review contracts, scopes, and project specifications to ensure alignment with requirements.
Lead pre-construction meetings and ongoing project status discussions with internal teams and customers.
Develop project schedules, timelines, and milestone tracking systems.
Coordinate labor, equipment, and material procurement to support project deadlines.
Collaborate with purchasing, engineering, and technical departments to maintain project flow.
Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and cost controls.
Oversee field personnel, subcontractors, and site leadership to ensure quality and productivity.
Monitor compliance with safety regulations, construction standards, and company procedures.
Provide regular reporting and communication to stakeholders regarding progress, risks, and deliverables.
Travel to project sites for inspections, readiness reviews, oversight, and commissioning activities as needed.

Required Skills:

Strong leadership and project ownership capabilities.
Demonstrated success managing construction projects from concept to completion.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines across concurrent projects.
Strong analytical, budgeting, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with risk mitigation and conflict resolution in construction environments.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
Relevant hands-on experience may substitute for formal education.
Knowledge of construction practices, project controls, and safety regulations.
Familiarity with contract review, estimating, and scheduling processes.

Professional Experience:

At least 2 years of project management experience in construction or related industries.
Background in estimating, quoting, and material planning.
Experience supervising field operations, subcontractors, or construction teams.
Proven ability to coordinate with multiple departments and external partners.
Experience in construction-related risk management preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary: $70,000–$100,000 annually, depending on experience and performance.
401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Paid time off.
Career development and advancement opportunities.

Travel Expectations:

Up to 20% travel for site visits, inspections, installations, project launches, and industry events.

About the Company

Sparks Group

Bringing the Best People and the Best Companies Together Since 1970.

Sparks Group (formerly SPARKS, Sparks IT Solutions, and Sparks Personnel) is the Washington DC Area's leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to add talent, Sparks Group is the ideal partner for you! Each of our four divisions (Sparks Office, Sparks Accounting & Finance, Sparks IT, and Sparks Creative) specializes in placing professionals in temporary/contract, temporary-to-full-time, and full-time roles across a diverse array of staffing categories, positions and levels including: office/administrative, customer service, human resources and talent acquisition, legal support, government and cleared personnel, mortgage/banking, accounting and finance, contracts and procurement, information technology and creative/marketing.

Sparks Group brings over four decades of experience placing professionals in challenging and rewarding positions at many of the area’s most prestigious organizations. Our primary focus is presenting opportunities that match each candidate’s skill-sets, experience levels, career objectives, and growth needs. Sparks Group has regularly ranked as one of the top US staffing and recruiting firms having been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction (2012-2017). Additionally, Sparks Group is proud to have been recently selected for other awards Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2017 Best Staffing Firms to Work For, Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work (2017), the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces® List (2017, 2014), Forbes® Best Professional Recruiting Firms (2017), and the National Capital Business Ethics Award.

COMPANY SIZE

50 to 99 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1970

WEBSITE

https://www.sparksgroupinc.com

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