Project Manager - Construction jobs in Lake Charles, LA

Currently seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager with commercial ground-up project experience to work locally within Lake Charles, LA.

This is a full-time position. Office hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Must be available to work any hours outside of office hours as job demands require.

The rate of pay is based upon experience between $100k-$120k.

Company Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA Match
• 401k
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Environment: Team building events are offered such as hunting trips, fishing trips, crawfish boils, holiday parties, etc. to enhance our company culture.

Summary of role: The Commercial Project Manager will be able to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously. This position plans, directs, coordinates or budgets, usually through estimator, superintendents and foremen, activities concerned with the construction of commercial projects. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversees its organization, scheduling, and implementation. They also mentor, coach and supervise Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

Position Requirements, Responsibilities, & Functions:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 3 years’ project management experience
• Work with superintendents and foremen to plan, organize and direct activities concerned with road and site construction projects.​
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications.
• Confer with supervisors and foremen to discuss such matters as work procedures, complaints and construction problems.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with owners and other contacts to facilitate project activities.
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Must be able to handle/manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines throughout the workday.
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
• Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.
• May requisition supplies and materials to complete project.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers and clients.
• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Project Manager: 5 years (Required)
• Commercial Ground-up: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lake Charles, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person