Project Manager- Building
Our mission is to make a transformative impact on our communities through the exceptional buildings, infrastructure, and relationships we construct—with skill, purpose, integrity, and passion. Founded in 1879, DOC (Daniel O’Connell’s Sons) is a trusted construction management and general contracting firm serving public and private clients across the Northeast and Florida. We bring together expertise in building and heavy/civil construction to deliver complex, high-impact projects. At DOC, we believe there’s always a better way to build. Our team is driven by collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement—constantly learning, evolving, and pushing to deliver better outcomes for our clients and communities.
About the role
This individual will be ultimately responsible for the day-to-day execution, project controls, project engineering, cost, risk, and business management of a particular project. You will coordinate and lead the internal project team, trade partners, and clients throughout preconstruction, construction, and turnover. The position will focus on commercial/public projects within our core markets: institutional and commercial buildings, specialized industrial construction, infrastructure, and heavy construction. The Project Manager reports to a designated Project Executive and works closely with all other members of the project team.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage the planning and scheduling of projects.
- Financial management of projects, including responsibility for Owner Pay Applications, Cost Reports, Production Reports, and Cost & Revenue Projections.
- Oversee and manage the field staff/operations team assigned to a project.
- Complete project buy-out and procurement; including scope review and negotiation, issuance of Subcontracts and Purchase Orders, required submittals, delivery tracking, and subcontractor and vendor management.
- Monitor construction progress and work collaboratively with the superintendent to resolve any operational issues.
- Collaborate and communicate with preconstruction team, owner, architects, engineers, and trade partners; develop and maintain relationships with all project stakeholders.
- Conduct or represent the company in all project-related meetings and provide all required reports and documentation to ensure all partners are informed of project status and potential issues.
- Coordinate and communicate with other DOC departments as required; to include BIM, Scheduling, MEP, and Estimating.
- Participate in the company’s continuous improvement program.
- Lead the establishment and implementation of project-specific safety goals and ensure compliance of DOC and subcontractor staff with project safety requirements.
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of all major construction methods and procedures.
- Management experience, including financial and negotiation skills.
- Strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
- Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
- Ability to create and support team morale.
- Strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
- Strong leadership and motivation skills.
Qualifications
- Four-year degree in a construction-related field or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar construction project management role or related functions plus the willingness to learn and continuously improve processes.
- Experience in a supervisory role with a demonstrated history of decision-making/problem-solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Procore or similar), accounting cost management software, and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
- OSHA 30 Certification is required; LEED Certification, Lean Certification, CPR/First Aid Training is a plus.
Working Conditions
The working conditions of this position require the employee to work both inside and outside, traverse a construction site, utilize stairs, ladders, etc., and utilize personal protective equipment.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $90,000–$130,000 depending on skills and experience. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.