Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

LOCATION

Jackson, TN

TYPE

Direct Hire

SALARY

$80,000 - $100,000 / yr

ID

TN85-2746075

POSTED

Jun 23, 2025

Please read full job description before applying:

Ideal candidate will have experience working with asphalt and concrete.

Service area will span over the entire state of Tennessee, as well as some of North Mississippi, Alabama, and Southern Kentucky.

PM will have personal work truck and spending card.

Relocation is available paid out in a 90/180/365 day accruement.

Position Overview

The Project Manager leads all aspects of assigned asphalt and concrete construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, quality, and team performance. You'll work alongside leadership, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest possible standard.

This role is designed for a builder and a leader mentalitysomeone who takes initiative, solves problems, and contributes to growing both the company and the team around them. Answering the phone is a must!

What you'll be doing:

Help manage P&L responsibility for assigned projects, reporting directly to the President and ownership group

Lead project setup during preconstruction, including budgets, phase codes, SOVs, submittals, and time coding strategies

Coordinate and update project schedules from inception through completion, issuing weekly updates and working around field conditions

Oversee and manage RFIs, submittals, trade startup meetings, coordination meetings, and change orders

Price scope changes, manage contract modifications, and maintain up-to-date drawings and project documentation

Enforce quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with HC protocols and OSHA regulations

Drive weekly cost and performance meetings; track labor and production data with field teams to proactively address issues

Lead the monthly project financial forecasting process to maintain accuracy and accountability

Ensure timely and complete closeout of all project documentation and client deliverables

Manage multiple projects at varying stages, contributing to overall team capacity planning

Build strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and general contractorsserving as the primary company liaison

Participate in continuous improvement efforts to help streamline and scale internal processes

What you'll need:

5+ years of self-perform commercial asphalt/concrete project management experience

6+ years construction experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, construction management software, and document control systems

Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage both people and process

Highly organized with attention to detail, cost control, and schedule integrity

Ability to lead a team while maintaining clear and proactive communication with executive leadership

A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, team-first environment