Construction Project Manager - Cleveland

About the Company

Celebrating 100 Years of Building Community & 100% Employee-Owned
Higley Construction has been one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. Founded in 1925, the company has a century-long history of partnership with clients, guided by core values of people, ethics, respect, commitment, and excellence. Higley Construction builds more than buildings; they build trust, relationships, and communities.

Position Overview

The Project Manager (PM) oversees one or more projects, ensuring profitability, schedule, safety, and client satisfaction. The PM acts as the Owner's day-to-day point of contact and collaborates closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Executive.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of Higley Construction’s values and ethics.
• Deliver work results that exceed corporate goals for profitability, schedule, quality, safety, and client relationship management.
• Receive high ratings for client satisfaction, safety performance, and project execution.
• Build and maintain professional networks to secure future business opportunities.
• Negotiate and administer contracts with Subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Identify and manage project risks, using resources to mitigate them.
• Lead project engineering efforts and ensure compliance with project engineering requirements.
• Handle difficult situations on-site and be fully responsible for project cost management, including change management and profit and loss reporting.
• Organize and lead OAC and Subcontractor meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Business writing and public presentation skills.
• Competency in multiple construction software applications.
• Knowledge of construction accounting and project cost forecasting.
• Problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
• Ability to “manage up” and lead teams effectively.

Qualifications

• A four-year engineering, construction management, or construction-related degree, or relevant experience.
• Engineering certifications such as a PE, and industry certifications from organizations like OSHA, USGBC, CMAA, or ASHE.
• At least five (5) years of construction experience with increasing responsibility.

Why Higley Construction?

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 25 days of Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• 401k Contributions/Match
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Time Off & Gift Match Program
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Years of Service Awards
• $1,500 Referral Bonus
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement
• Capability for up to 16 hours/week of remote work
• Casual Friday Policy
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Apparel Allowance
• Enterprise/National Rental Benefits
• Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

Job Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
• Safety-sensitive role requiring driving, climbing, working on scaffolding, and handling heavy objects.
• Environmental conditions may include exposure to high and low temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, and confined spaces.
• Physical activities include driving, climbing, standing, walking, lifting, and repetitive motions.
• Use of hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, and materials.
• Employees must wear fall protection gear and respiratory protection.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Higley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, socio-economic status, age, disability, physical and mental ability, genetic information, service in the military, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.