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Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Augustine Talent GroupHouston, TX, US
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Job Description

Position Overview

Our client is hiring for a Lead Project Manager oversees all awarded projects, driving profitability, quality, and client satisfaction. This role bridges estimating, project execution, and team leadership , ensuring jobs are completed on time, under budget, and to our client's company standards. Reports directly to the President.

Core Responsibilities

Preconstruction & Estimating Support

  • Provide field knowledge to the estimating department.
  • Perform onsite / walking bids for potential clients, including measurement verification.
  • Review bids to identify gaps in scope.
  • Review awarded contracts for errors, omissions, and revisions.
  • Maintain

Project Kick-Off & Planning

  • Conduct turnover meetings or review turnover video (depending on job size).
  • Request and approve paint submittals and samples.
  • Develop written project plans before job start.
  • Collaborate with Superintendent and Lead Painter to assign foremen.
  • Review specs to identify at least 10% cost savings via equipment, labor, and material adjustments.

    • Project Management & Execution

  • Conduct site visits (frequency based on project size).
  • Walk jobs with GC and Foremen, ensuring scope compliance and quality.
  • Identify issues, scope gaps, and potential change orders (>

    • 45% GP target).

  • Attend onsite meetings and lead bi-weekly job meetings with APM and Superintendent.
  • Track punch list completion — keep within defined percentage threshold.
  • Ensure proper sequencing : work performed as bid, minimizing rework.
  • Monitor profitability ( job GP >

    • 35% ).

    Financial & Billing Management

  • Update Schedule of Values for each job by required monthly deadlines.
  • Maintain WIP reports and update accounting as needed.
  • Update and maintain the Billing Forecast monthly.
  • Support collections : assist accounting with client communication on late payments.

    • Team Leadership & Development

  • Manage Assistant PMs, Superintendents, and Foremen.
  • Hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and manage terminations.
  • Mentor team members, providing direction and feedback.
  • Approve PTO requests for the PM department.
  • Approve equipment purchases and rentals.

    • Subcontractor Oversight

  • Issue subcontractor agreements.
  • Verify and approve weekly subcontractor billings.
  • Ensure subcontracted work meets company standards.

    • Client & Stakeholder Relations

  • Build trust and maintain relationships with General Contractors.
  • Respond to GC / client inquiries promptly.
  • Deliver change orders and address escalated issues.
  • Maintain positive NPS scores from GC feedback.
  • Attend weekly executive and WIP meetings with leadership.

    • Key Deliverables

  • Job Profitability : >

    • 35%

  • Change Orders : >

    • 45% GP

  • Bid / Contract Review :
  • Cost Savings : 10% savings identified in each job plan
  • Reporting : On-time updates of WIP, schedule of values, and billing forecasts
  • Punch List : Completion within set threshold
  • Team Management : Fully staffed, trained, and high-performing project team
  • GC Feedback : Strong NPS ratings and client relationships

    • Qualifications

  • Experience : 10+ years in Project Management (paint / drywall preferred).
  • Education / Training : High school diploma or equivalent; OSHA 30 certification; ongoing safety, skills, and management training.

    • Skills :

  • Blueprint reading
  • OST / Quick Bid, Procore, PlanGrid
  • Microsoft 365 proficiency
  • Strong sales / negotiation, problem-solving, and financial acumen
  • Effective delegation, planning, and team leadership
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