Construction Project Manager

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged to recruit for a Construction Project Manager for an award-winning commercial general contractor based in Minneapolis. They specialize in multi-family, mixed use and hospitality projects. They have established themselves as the go-to-firm when it comes to managing complex projects and delivering them to the highest standards. Their portfolio is filled with many success stories, but they are most proud of the strong relationships they have built and continue to grow. Their relationship-centered approach starts with their employees. They look for people who embody our values of hard work, safety, integrity, accountability, and collaboration. They want self-starters who take ownership in their work and value building and maintaining relationships every step along the way. They take pride in our desire to become better every day and provide their employees with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. This company is committed to excellence and looking for people who will contribute to the company’s growth.


This position is responsible for leading and directing the project team while maintaining relationships with all project stakeholders. The Project Manager will oversee and manage all activities of the project including client and contract requirements; planning, scheduling, and evaluating project scope; and completing proposals, costs and budgets with accuracy. Project Managers ensure that goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters either by performing the following duties personally or coordinating them through our Superintendents and Project Engineers. This is an opportunity to see and make a positive impact in all aspects of the project, or multiple projects at any one time. We operate in an environment where our professionals are able to do their best work, with direct influence on design and trade partner choices.

Project Manager duties will include:

• Provide leadership for multiple construction projects from preliminary budgeting, through final design, permitting, construction, and project closeout
• Review project proposal plans and specifications to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing the project, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project
• As with any large project, client interface and managing stakeholders is a core function and the project manager will lead interactions and negotiations and provide robust solutions
• Manage the overall financial health of projects, work with the actual billings on projects, and work with President and Controller to ensure a smooth process on all projects
• Execute change orders and negotiate with the Owner and subcontractors on projects in order to maintain an efficient and well-run project
• Function as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative
• Lead and mentor Project Engineers and Interns
• Direct and coordinate project activities to ensure project progresses on schedule, on-time completion, and within prescribed budget
• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required
• Prepares project reports for management, clients, and others

Project Manager Requirements:

• 5+ years of related experience working on commercial construction projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or another related field
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project/Word/Excel is a must; preferred software is Procore, Timberline, Sage, and On-Screen Takeoff
• Understands, and can communicate, best practices in all phases of commercial construction
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• Working knowledge of the Design/Build method of project delivery
• Wood frame and multi-family experience is a must
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively, be customer focused, and display a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and access to a vehicle