Construction Project Manager

About the role

At EquipmentShare, we’re hiring a Construction Project Manager and Owner’s Representative to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in transforming the construction industry by sourcing and securing new development sites, leading entitlement processes, coordinating design and construction, and overseeing project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure new development sites aligned with company strategy.
• Conduct due diligence, including feasibility studies, zoning, environmental assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Work with local operations to assess site feasibility and design initial site plans with civil engineers.
• Negotiate Purchase and Sale Agreements (PSAs) and Lease Agreements with legal counsel support.
• Maintain deal summaries and acquisition reports for leadership.
• Lead full entitlement process including rezoning, permits, variances, and environmental approvals.
• Serve as the main liaison with municipalities, utilities, DOT, water management districts, and local agencies.
• Attend pre-application meetings and coordinate with community stakeholders.
• Work through permitting processes for both ground-up builds and remodels.
• Prepare and review bid packages, issue RFPs, and manage bid processes.
• Select and manage architects, engineers, and consultants; negotiate contracts and oversee deliverables.
• Review all construction documents including civil, MEP, architectural, and structural plans.
• Ensure designs align with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage project budgets across acquisition, entitlement, design, and pre-construction.
• Evaluate and approve change orders; review and audit contractor pay applications.
• Provide cost tracking and reporting at key milestones.
• Collaborate with internal pre-construction teams to develop early budgets and transition projects into construction.
• Support general contractor (GC) procurement and monitor construction progress.
• Oversee compliance with building timelines, standards, and contract terms.
• Participate in weekly project meetings to evaluate cost, schedule, and design.
• Manage project closeout including punch lists, warranty processes, and 11-month inspections.
• Maintain and organize all project files and ensure data backup.
• Coordinate external vendor documentation post-project.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, development, or site acquisition.
• 5+ years of managing multiple commercial and/or industrial projects over $1 million.
• Experience with steel-frame buildings and remodels of existing structures.
• Strong understanding of zoning, entitlements, land use law, permitting, and construction processes.
• Skilled in budgeting, cost forecasting, contract negotiation, and consultant management.
• Proficient in construction software such as Google Sheets, Procore, and Bluebeam.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to be hands-on at job sites.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial/commercial real estate projects.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting site and construction drawings.
• Strong time management and ability to work cross-functionally and independently.

Skills

• Construction software proficiency (Google Sheets, Procore, Bluebeam).
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Cost estimation and budgeting.
• Contract negotiation and management.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on construction experience.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Base salary plus quarterly bonus potential.
• Company provided truck or Vehicle allowance ($800/mo).
• Company provided cell phone or phone stipend.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
• Generous PTO + paid holidays.
• 401(k) + company match.
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events and food truck nights.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home.
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.

Pay

Base salary plus quarterly bonus potential.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs and travel requirements.