Project Manager in Cranston

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Project Manager

Reports To: Project Executive

Oversees: Assistant Project Manager

Role Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for leading construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Preconstruction

• Review plans, specifications, and drawings to identify constructability issues and coordinate RFIs as needed
• Verify existing conditions in collaboration with the Superintendent
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish project execution plans
• Develop buyout strategies and coordinate subcontractor scopes of work
• Coordinate schedules, lead times, and logistics planning with the project team
• Assist with budgeting, estimating support, permitting, and contract review
• Establish clear expectations with subcontractors, owners, and design teams

Construction Operations

• Partner closely with the Superintendent to execute the project plan
• Manage project financials including budgets, change orders, cash flow, billings, and cost-to-complete forecasting
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders
• Oversee subcontractor buyouts, submittals, RFIs, and material procurement
• Maintain accurate project documentation and logs
• Identify and resolve schedule, scope, and coordination issues proactively
• Support a safe and well-organized jobsite environment

Closeout

• Coordinate punch list completion and final inspections
• Ensure all closeout documentation, manuals, and certificates are completed and submitted
• Support successful project turnover and client sign-off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience with project management responsibilities
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, schedules, and financial controls
• Experience managing budgets, billings, and change orders
• Proficiency with construction management software and scheduling tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office and active jobsite work
• Ability to sit, stand, walk job sites, and use standard office equipment