Project Manager
Job Description
Job Description
Project Manager – Construction Management at Risk (Higher Ed & K-12)
Location: North Carolina (Pembroke, Raleigh, Fayetteville, Columbia, Charlotte, Myrtle Beach
A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join its Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) division. This firm specializes in negotiated design-build, CMAR, and select hard-bid projects across the state of North Carolina, with a strong presence in the education sector.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader capable of managing large-scale education facility projects from pre-construction through warranty. This role requires strong communication, scheduling, budgeting, and client-relations skills, as well as experience managing diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the project owner, design team, and all project stakeholders
- Lead project meetings, manage expectations, and ensure alignment with client goals
- Uphold the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism on all job sites
Project Lifecycle Management
- Oversee projects from pre-design estimating and bidding through closeout, commissioning, and warranty
- Direct and supervise the project team through all phases of construction
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and construction regulations
Financial Oversight
- Manage project budgets, monitor cost controls, and lead value engineering efforts
- Ensure financial goals and schedules are met or exceeded
- Provide accurate forecasting, change management, and financial reporting
Scheduling & Time Management
- Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive project schedules
- Anticipate and mitigate delays through proactive planning and communication
- Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain critical path timelines
Qualifications
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction, with specific CMAR experience in higher ed and/or K-12 sectors
- Strong knowledge of preconstruction, estimating, and construction processes
- Proven success in managing complex projects across multiple stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel to project sites across North Carolina as needed
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