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Construction Project Manager

Charlotte, NCOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Commercial Construction
  • Project Manager
  • GC
  • project timelines
  • milestones
  • critical path
  • project costs
  • subcontractor bids
  • pay applications
  • contracts

Nice to have

  • Construction Management degree
  • civil engineering degree

Role summary

Cleveland Construction is seeking a Commercial Project Manager for its Mentor, OH location. This role will be the primary planner for high-profile US commercial construction projects, requiring minimal travel. Responsibilities include creating project timelines, managing budgets and subcontractors, drafting contracts, ensuring safety and code compliance, and serving as the main client contact. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience as a GC Commercial Construction Project Manager and possesses strong leadership, budget tracking, negotiation, and risk-management abilities. A degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred, along with the ability to read blueprints and understand mechanical/electrical systems.

Commercial Project Manager

Cleveland Construction is looking to add a Commercial Project Manager to its Mentor, OH location, to serve as the primary project planner for high profile commercial construction projects across the US. This role requires minimal travel to the job sites to drive productivity and accuracy throughout the project.

Why Cleveland Construction?

Cleveland Construction is a family owned and operated National construction company specializing in general contracting, construction management, design-build, and self-performing walls and ceilings services. We operate everything through our 4 pillars: Thoroughness, Respect, Accountability, Communication.

What We Offer

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance + add-ons
  • 401k
  • Employee Discount Program
  • PTO
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Competitive Pay + other packages

Key Job Functions

  • Create realistic project timelines, track milestones, and manage the critical path from pre-construction to closeout.
  • Oversee project costs, manage subcontractor bids, process pay applications, and prevent budget overages.
  • Negotiate and draft contracts with general contractors, architects, engineers, and suppliers.
  • Secure necessary local building licenses and ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
  • Act as the primary contact for clients, reporting progress updates and resolving site issues immediately.

What You Need

  • 5+ years’ experience as a GC Commercial Construction Project Manager
  • Degree in Construction Management, civil engineering, or other related field preferred.
  • Ability to read blueprints, understand mechanical and electrical systems, and use project scheduling or CAD software
  • Strong leadership, budget tracking, negotiation, and risk-management abilities
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