Job Details

Summary of Position

A successful project manager will demonstrate effective leadership of project teams. Project managers manage contract documents, subcontractor performance, vendor compliance, budgets, costs, safety, profitability, and schedule. The ultimate goal for an IE2 project manager is to exceed customer expectations to ensure enthusiastic, strong relationships that lead to future opportunities.

Essential Duties:

1. Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion, monitoring progress to ensure the project is progressing in a timely and cost-effective manner.


2. Review projects in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.


3. Maintain constructive relationships and communication with all project stakeholders.


4. Establish and coordinate overall project schedule.


5. Facilitate positive and effective project meetings.


6. Maintain and enhance profitability of projects.


7. Issue and monitor contracts (owner and subcontractors).


8. Understand accounting systems and principles of construction finances.


9. Understand all construction contract types.


10. Demonstrate a clear understanding of all paperwork including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change orders.


11. Maintain effective project financial controls.


12. Conduct project buyout.


13. Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses.


14. Analyze, manage and mitigate risks.


15. Assist in development of new business by maintaining positive customer relationships.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Expert knowledge of commercial construction management, including building products, safety regulations, local and state building codes, general construction processes, practices and work sites.


• Strong skill to demonstrate and perform the above essential duties.


• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills to effectively communicate via email, on the phone and in person.


• Ability to effectively apply technology to perform job duties including familiarity with project management software and construction accounting systems.


• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.


• Must have at least six (6) years of construction, architecture, or construction engineering experience. Bachelors degree in construction related field.


• Possess above average analytical skills with the ability to read, interpret and develop schedules, statistical reports and calculations.


• Demonstrate ability to utilize Microsoft Office.


• Ability to work within strict time frames and motivate project stakeholders to meet project deadlines.

Key Result Areas:

1. Demonstrate effective and positive project leadership.


2. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of construction projects including blueprint reading, typical trades work, schedules, and all project documentation.


3. Ensure project finances are complete, updated, and the project fee is protected and enhanced.


4. Work collaboratively with superintendents to execute effective and efficient projects.


5. Build strong relationships with customers and architects that lead to upcoming project opportunities.