Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

For nearly a century, Jamerson-Lewis Construction has been trusted to help shape the places where people learn, heal, work, and gather. As we look toward our second century in 2029, we are investing in the next generation of construction leaders who will advance that legacy. If you are looking for work that offers purpose, impact, and a sense of ownership, we would like to meet you.

Jamerson-Lewis is seeking a Project Manager who will hold responsibility and ownership for managing multiple large-scale projects. This position may be located in-office in Charlottesville, VA or at a Jamerson-Lewis project site in the surrounding areas. The Project Manager role reports to a Project Executive and the Vice President of Operations.

The Project Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the schedule, budget, quality, safety, and relationships of assigned construction projects in partnership with the Superintendent.
• Plans and coordinates all aspects of the construction process to effectively manage risk.
• Manage subcontractors, contract negotiations, client expectations, dispute resolution, material procurement, pricing, and schedule.
• Maintain a complete understanding of job contract and contract documents to oversee work and ensure all aspects of the contract are successfully fulfilled.
• Responsible for leading, training, and developing project team members.
• Organize and lead regular meetings to communicate relevant information to owners, team members, subcontractors, and Jamerson-Lewis leadership.
• Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with current and potential clients.

• Experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder management
• Must be able to work in a demanding growth environment and ensure a commitment to quality and performance on all projects.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive sense of urgency.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in large, complex facility construction and on-site experience in the management of new construction and the renovation of existing structures.
• Must possess working knowledge of or a willingness to learn how to use the following software applications:
  Outlook, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, Project Sight, and Viewpoint Vista.
• Valid Driver’s License required
• LEED Accreditation preferred

• Competitive Pay
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• 401(k) with a company contribution
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus Plan

Construction setting, full time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold more than 50lbs, talk, hear, and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others.

Subject to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.

Jamerson-Lewis Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.

Jamerson-Lewis Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.