The Project Manager serves as the leader and primary point of contact for assigned projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for project planning, budgeting, scheduling, client communication, team coordination, and successful project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
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Client Details
Based in Columbus, our client is one of Ohio's most respected and enduring construction firms, with a legacy spanning more than a century. Backed by the resources and stability of a $250M+ organization and a workforce of over 300 employees, they deliver complex projects across General Construction, Concrete Construction, Wastewater Infrastructure, and Design-Build services. Despite their scale and market presence, they have maintained a collaborative, family-oriented culture where employees are known, valued, and invested in. The company is deeply committed to professional development, providing industry-leading mentorship, clear advancement opportunities, and a well-defined path for long-term career growth.
Description
The Project Manager will be responsible for:
- Establishes effective communications with the client, architect, engineers and contractors
- In conjunction with the Estimating and Accounting Departments, initiates cost control and reporting procedures.
- Ensures that a project safety program is established and carried out using current company guidelines. Coordinates with the Corporate Safety Director and/or the Regional Safety Manager
- Ensures that weekly safety audits are regularly performed. Regularly reviews the project for safety related issues and ensures any safety issues are immediately addressed. Periodically participates in Tool Box talks and other job site safety meetings to exhibit management's commitment to safety.
- In conjunction with the Superintendent and Project Engineer, ensure that an initial project schedule is issued. The Project Manager has ultimate responsibility to ensure an initial schedule is issued and corporate scheduling policies are followed. Actively manage the schedule including the critical path and all milestones to ensure project completion goals are exceed or met. Ensure the project schedule is updated no less than monthly.
- Initiate project controls and documentation (daily, weekly & monthly reports, RFI's, field orders, minutes and correspondence.) Oversee and ensure these are maintained through the life of the project.
- Complete pre-award conference checklist, exhibits and draft subcontracts and purchase orders. Ensure all proposed subcontractors are pre-qualified.
- Formulate goals and objectives of the project and illustrate them in detailed project schedules of both time and values. In conjunction with the Project Executive or Regional Operations Manager, review with the team and identify baseline profit goals and submit to the Operations Manager and Business Unit Vice President.
- Coordinate staffing requirements with the Regional Operations Manager and/or General Superintendent.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts, including changes orders, applications for payment, contractor and supplier payments, equipment rentals, back charges, etc. Prepare a monthly financial projection and attend a monthly financial review with the Vice President of Operations or Regional Operations Manager.
- Monitor and control construction activity and represent the company at project meetings. Set up post award pre-construction meetings with large, key sub-contractors and perform a "page turn" review of the project with the designated team.
- Prepare and participate in a post-project evaluation to carry "lessons learned" to future projects.
- Take lead on quality control an ensure measures are taken within policy. Oversee control logs, deviation reports and other QC measures to ensure not only deviations are acknowledged but resolved in a timely manner. Oversee that all appropriate as-builts are received and submitted in a timely manner.
- Actively mentor the project team and assist younger staff where appropriate to ensure long term company success.
- Establish early closeouts goals and oversee the closeout process to ensure timely closeout, warranty and final as built submission and final payment are achieved in a timely manner.
- Perform additional assignments as directed by Project Executive and/or Regional Operations Manager
Profile
The Project Manager will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of construction experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management principles with a thorough understanding of industry practices, standards, and procedures.
- Superior communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with strong negotiation abilities.
- Previous General Contractor (GC) or Construction Manager (CM) experience.
- Experience managing cast-in-place concrete, structural concrete, foundations, slabs, parking structures, or site concrete projects.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
- Strong understanding of project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and contract documents.
- Proven track record of successfully managing project budgets, cost forecasts, and change orders.
- Knowledge of concrete construction methods, means and methods, sequencing, formwork systems, reinforcing steel, and concrete placement operations.
- Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, owners, architects, and engineering teams.
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
- Ability to identify project risks and implement proactive solutions to mitigate schedule and cost impacts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar construction management software.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead field and office teams in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Experience with self-perform concrete operations strongly preferred.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
- PMP, CCM, or other industry certifications are a plus.
Job Offer
The Project Manager will be offered:
- Base salary $110,000-$130,000
- Annual bonus
- Company ESOP program
- Company truck or vehicle allowance
- Gas card
- 401(k) company match
- Health, dental, vision insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance
- Unlimited PTO policy
- Personal/sick days
- Continued growth and development
- Company laptop
- Cell phone allowance
- Company swag
- Annual summer bash and holiday party
- Employee-owned company with long-term wealth-building opportunities
- Clear career advancement path into Senior Project Manager and Operations leadership roles
- Industry-leading safety culture and commitment to employee well-being
- Professional development and continuing education assistance
- Company-sponsored training and leadership development programs
- Opportunity to manage high-profile and complex concrete construction projects
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
- Stable project backlog with consistent growth opportunities
- Performance-based merit increases
- Opportunity to work with experienced construction professionals and industry leaders
- Autonomy and decision-making authority to drive project success
- State-of-the-art construction technology and project management tools
- Company-paid professional membership dues and certifications (where applicable)
- Travel reimbursement for approved business expenses
- Employee referral bonus program
- Recognition and rewards programs for outstanding performance
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