Commercial Construction Project Manager - Nationwide

EXPERTISE | COLLABORATION | DEDICATION | INNOVATION

Critical Project Services is an industry-leading full-service management consulting firm dedicated to mission critical operations. We leverage deep expertise in all facets of design, procurement, construction and commissioning to deliver best-in-class products and services to our clients.

Our commitment to excellence drives our projects, and we seek a dynamic Project Manager to join our growing team of leading-edge professionals.

Please note that this position is being filled directly by our company and we are not accepting submissions from recruitment agencies at this time. Direct applications only, no agencies please.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Project Manager, you will supervise critical personnel on high-impact commercial data center construction projects to accomplish the best economic and expeditious execution of the scope of work for our clients. This role requires a blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on project management experience to drive operational success and foster collaboration among stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROJECT LEADERSHIP: Oversee key personnel on a project site including project administrators, superintendents, and engineers to ensure the appropriate execution of work and management of timelines, budgets, and resources.

RESOURCE PLANNING: Create and maintain project budgets for project sites and programs. Procure and allocate resources for project execution in a timely manner.

COMMUNICATION AND REPORTING: Establish reliable and consistent methods of communication of project plans and progress to project personnel and stakeholders. Support the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process. Engage in vendor and supplier management as necessary.

TEAM DEVELOPMENT: Lead and mentor project personnel – specifically Assistant Project Managers - fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Safety Oversight: Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices throughout all project phases by conducting regular safety audits and promoting a safety-first culture among team members and stakeholders.

Risk Management: Effectively manage the quality control process throughout the project lifecycle. Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes.

Performance Monitoring: Regularly consult key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project progress and implement corrective actions as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field; will consider minimum of 5 years practical experience
• Minimum of 5 years of professional commercial construction experience
• Commercial construction experience required; green field experience preferred
• Three or more years of project management experience in commercial construction practices and procedures. Industrial construction preferred, not required
• Strong working knowledge of construction methodologies, CSI building codes, and industry best practices

SKILLS:

COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE: Expertise in commercial construction best practices as related to large-scale project sites.

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY: Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint for executive-level communications and Excel for managing project budgets. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Construction Management software (e.g., ProCore, Primavera P6) for document control and scheduling.

DOCUMENT INTERPRETATION: Ability to read construction documents and specifications, inclusive of construction drawings, contracts, scopes of work, financial documents such as Change Orders, Pay Apps, Purchase Orders, and other pertinent project related documents.

COMMUNICATION AND MATHMATIC PROFICIENCY: Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with proficiency in mathematics and accounting.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT: Proven ability to lead teams and deliver consistent results. Effective time and resource management skills. Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills.

CONTRACTUAL KNOWLEDGE AND RISK MANAGEMENT: Solid understanding of construction contracts to identify risk mitigation strategies that protect project profitability and company interests.

 

WE OFFER:

A DYNAMIC WORKPLACE: Join an innovative culture that encourages creativity and collaboration with a focus on results.