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Project Manager - K-12 & Higher Ed Construction - Chantilly, VA

Michael Page International
  • Chantilly, Virginia
  • $120,000–$150,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
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Michael Page International

Job Description

Project Manager

Manage landmark K-12 and higher ed projects up to $150M+ Join a family-owned builder with backlog secured through 2030

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, family-owned general contractor with a long history of delivering complex construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Known for its strong culture, repeat client relationships, and consistent project pipeline, the company provides employees with long-term stability and meaningful career growth opportunities.

Job Description

The Project Manager will:

  • Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of large-scale construction projects.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, and overall profitability.
  • Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
  • Oversee project documentation, reporting, and communication throughout all phases of construction.
  • Drive client satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and strong relationship management.
  • Monitor project performance to ensure quality, safety, and contractual compliance.
  • Collaborate closely with field operations teams and maintain a regular on-site presence.
  • Utilize project management technology and tools, including Procore when applicable.
  • Support project procurement, subcontractor management, and change order administration.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to client expectations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Project Manager should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Approximately 5-10 years of construction experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience serving as a Project Manager on projects exceeding $30M.
  • Experience managing K-12, higher education, federal, public works, or similar commercial construction projects.
  • Demonstrated history of maintaining strong client relationships and project profitability.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong employment stability and tenure with current and previous employers.
  • Ability to work primarily on-site, typically 4-5 days per week.

What's on Offer

The Project Manager will:

  • Work on highly visible projects valued between $30M and $150M+, including major educational and public facilities.
  • Join a family-owned organization where employees have direct access to leadership and a voice in the business.
  • Benefit from strong career advancement opportunities and a proven track record of promoting top performers.
  • Enjoy exceptional stability backed by a robust project backlog extending for years into the future.
  • Earn a competitive compensation package including a base salary of $120,000-$150,000, bonus potential, 401(k) match, comprehensive benefits, and vehicle allowance eligibility.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChantilly, Virginia
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

Skills

  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Change Order Managementunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Higher Educationunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Profit & Lossunmatched
  • Project Management Softwareunmatched
  • Project Scheduleunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Public Worksunmatched
  • Relationship Managementunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Sales Managementunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Top Sales Repunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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