Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a growing and respected construction team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of projects, including ground-up construction, commercial renovations, interior fit-outs, municipal projects, K-12 facilities, and building additions. As a key leader, you will oversee projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy taking ownership of your projects, and want the autonomy to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from planning through completion.
• Oversee superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, owners, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasting plans.
• Ensure all projects meet company standards for safety, quality, and performance.
• Review plans, specifications, and submittals to define project scope and procurement needs.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contract documentation, and project correspondence.
• Coordinate project resources, including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate change orders and pricing while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Identify and resolve field challenges to keep projects progressing efficiently.
• Lead project planning efforts, including means, methods, scheduling, and execution strategies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing construction projects.
• Proven experience overseeing subcontractors, project schedules, budgets, and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and jobsite safety compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Outlook, and standard construction management software.
• Ability to travel to project sites within approximately 1.5 hours of the Albany area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with ground-up commercial construction, renovations, additions, and interior fit-outs.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors on large-scale projects.
• Background working on municipal, public sector, or hard-bid projects.
• Strong estimating, budgeting, and change order negotiation experience.

Why Join Us

• Work on a wide variety of exciting projects across commercial, municipal, education, civil, and private sectors.
• Enjoy a high level of autonomy with minimal micromanagement.
• Be part of a team that values quality, safety, accountability, and professional growth.
• Opportunity to participate in a profit-sharing program during successful years.
• Join a company with a strong reputation and a commitment to delivering exceptional projects and client service.

Work Environment

This position combines office-based project management with regular visits to active construction sites. We are looking for self-motivated professionals who take ownership of their work, communicate effectively, and are passionate about delivering successful projects.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 – $140,000.00/year. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position based in Watervliet, NY.