Project Manager Construction Management at Risk (Higher Ed & K-12)
Location: North Carolina (Pembroke Raleigh Fayetteville Columbia Charlotte Myrtle Beach
A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join its Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) division. This firm specializes in negotiated design-build CMAR and select hard-bid projects across the state of North Carolina with a strong presence in the education sector.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader capable of managing large-scale education facility projects from pre-construction through warranty. This role requires strong communication scheduling budgeting and client-relations skills as well as experience managing diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the project owner design team and all project stakeholders
- Lead project meetings manage expectations and ensure alignment with client goals
- Uphold the highest standards of ethics integrity and professionalism on all job sites
Project Lifecycle Management
- Oversee projects from pre-design estimating and bidding through closeout commissioning and warranty
- Direct and supervise the project team through all phases of construction
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols quality standards and construction regulations
Financial Oversight
- Manage project budgets monitor cost controls and lead value engineering efforts
- Ensure financial goals and schedules are met or exceeded
- Provide accurate forecasting change management and financial reporting
Scheduling & Time Management
- Develop update and maintain comprehensive project schedules
- Anticipate and mitigate delays through proactive planning and communication
- Coordinate with subcontractors suppliers and internal teams to maintain critical path timelines
Qualifications
- Minimum 57 years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction with specific CMAR experience in higher ed and/or K-12 sectors
- Strong knowledge of preconstruction estimating and construction processes
- Proven success in managing complex projects across multiple stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel to project sites across North Carolina as needed
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