TITLE: Project Manager (exempt / non-union / full time / in-person)

Reports to: Vice President

Position Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the logistics of CVGs commercial building projects, including estimating, bidding, subcontractor management, cost control, client communication, and team leadership. This rolecollaborates closely with the Project Executive, VP, COO, and CEO to build and maintain client relationships, ensure projects meet CVGs high-quality standards, and support overall company objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):

Project Manager

• Prepare bids, budgets, and formal responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs); participate in interviews and presentations to secure new work.
  
• Lead pricing efforts, value engineering initiatives, site selection investigations, and building assessments.
• Develop site logistics plans and detailed project schedules in collaborations with superintendents and project team members.
  
• Serve as the primary point of contact, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Conduct project job walks and lead project start-up and kick-off meetings with the entire project team.
• Coordinate the permit process with city planning, building, and other regulatory departments.
• Negotiate and buy out subcontracts, review subcontracts and work orders for scope accuracy.
• Oversee procurement, cost control, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead
  weekly project meetings
  with clients, subcontractors, owners, tenants, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Coordinate and review submittals and shop drawings during construction.
  
• Maintain a consistent jobsite presence and manage flow of critical information to all team members in a timely manner.
• Continuously monitor and update project budgets to maximize profitability.
  
• Manage all aspects of project accounting, including financial projections, reporting, contracts, subcontractor invoicing, accounts receivable collections, and monthly client invoicing.
• Direct the change order process and ensure timely production of client invoices.
  
• Manage punch lists, final releases, and project close-out documentation to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
• Be present during Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and maintain strong presentation skills to represent the company effectively.

Leadership

• Set clear expectations for team members, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure timely completion of assignments.
  
• Empower employees to work independently while fostering accountability and ownership of results.
  
• Mentor, coach, and train Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, Project Coordinators, Project Administrators, and Interns to support personal growth.
• Provide ongoing supervision, guidance, and constructive performance feedback to direct reports.
• Maintain presence during core business hours to supervise, guide, and support the team.
• Serve as a critical contributor to day-to-day operations, acting as a leader and role model within the company.
• Demonstrate integrity, commitment, problem-solving ability and professionalism in all aspects of work.
  

Business Partnership

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, property managers, asset managers, construction managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders while establishing your own book of business. Represent the company by attending client presentations, networking events, and industry functions to strengthen partnerships and promote business growth
• Collaborate with the Director of Finance & Accounting to coordinate and review Work-In-Progress (WIP) reporting.
• Partner with the HR Director to ensure employees receive timely and effective performance feedback.
• Ensure all employees adhere to safety guidelines and protocols in their respective roles.
• Work closely with executives to align departmental activities with overall business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5+ years of commercial construction project management, including tenant improvements, ground-up builds, renovations, and life science projects; proven track record managing multiple complex projects up to $10M+.
• Bachelors degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 required; LEED accreditation/certification encouraged.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Autodesk