Construction Project Manager in Austin

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The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of heavy industrial construction projects. This role provides leadership to Project Engineers and 2-3 Superintendents, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of heavy industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead and support 2-3 Superintendents in the execution of daily field operations and construction activities.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Oversee self-perform and subcontracted work involving structural concrete, steel erection, equipment installation, piping, utilities, and related industrial construction activities.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving field and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, contractual obligations, quality standards, and project specifications.
• Review and approve subcontracts, change orders, invoices, and project reporting.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions to achieve project objectives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting future business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field .
• 7+ years of construction experience with significant heavy industrial project responsibility.
• Proven experience managing large-scale industrial, manufacturing, processing, infrastructure, or mission-critical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial construction methods, scheduling, cost control, and safety management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple field leaders and project teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Reporting Structure:

• Direct Reports: 2-3 Superintendents, Project Engineers, and/or Project Coordinators as assigned.
• Reports To: Operations Manager, Construction Manager, or Senior Leadership.