Construction Project Manager - (Greater Portland, Maine)

About Our Client

By leveraging deep local knowledge and fostering close collaboration with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, the company ensures that each project meets or exceeds expectations.

Dedicated to sustainability, the firm integrates environmentally responsible practices and materials into its work, while cultivating lasting relationships with clients and partners within the community.

• Project Oversight: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously, ensuring all objectives are met according to established project timelines, budgets, and scope.
• Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication and problem-solving to ensure client satisfaction.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor project teams, including junior project managers, site supervisors, and administrative staff. Guide project tasks, safety protocols, and quality control.
• Budget and Cost Control: Oversee the development and management of project budgets. Ensure that cost tracking, change orders, and billing are accurate and transparent, identifying cost-saving opportunities where possible.
• Schedule Management: Create and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring that all milestones are met. Address any delays or issues that may arise, adjusting schedules and resources as needed.
• Contract Administration: Review, negotiate, and administer contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors. Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that construction activities comply with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards. Conduct regular site inspections to verify that work is being completed per the plans and specifications.
• Problem Solving: Identify and address project challenges, such as delays, budget issues, or construction difficulties, through creative and timely solutions.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential project risks (safety, financial, legal, etc.) and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and submit regular reports on project progress, budget status, and any issues that may impact the project's timeline or scope. Maintain comprehensive records of all project documentation.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Alternatively, an associate's degree with extensive experience may be considered.

Experience:

• At least 4 years of transferable experience in commercial construction project management - this includes managing projects from inception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and subcontractor coordination.
• Proven track record of successfully managing medium to large ground-up commercial projects.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Associate in Project Management (APM) certification (preferred but not always required).
• LEED Certification (optional but valued in sustainable building projects).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification or equivalent safety training.
• Construction-related licenses (depending on location and scope of work).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, or Microsoft Project).
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other construction-related technologies.
• Knowledge of construction codes, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

• Base Salary: up to $140K, based on previous relevant experience.
• Bonus: Anuual Holiday Bonus!
• Health Benefits: Premium medical/dental coverage.
• Retirement: 401k plan + company match.
• Employee-Owned: Employee-Stock Ownership Plan.
• Time-Off: PTO, sick days, + paid holidays.