Project Manager - K-12 Design Build

Position Overview

Project Manager – Western Washington (Greater Seattle/Tacoma Area)

Absher Construction, a 100% employee‑owned general contractor with 85+ years of experience, seeks a Project Manager to lead project delivery from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring quality, safety, profitability, and strong client relationships.

• Lead project execution, ensuring successful delivery, financial performance, and team coordination.
• Oversee project startup, scheduling, change management, safety planning, quality control, and closeout.
• Manage relationships with owners, design partners, and subcontractors.
• Supervise and mentor project engineers and other staff.
• Review design documents for compliance with contract, standards, and constructability.
• Participate in preconstruction tasks including planning, estimating, and schedule development.
• Monitor and resolve conflicts or issues in the field in a proactive, solution‑oriented manner.
• Lead design‑build education and K‑12 projects, partnering with architects, engineers, and owners from early design through construction.
• Navigate school‑specific requirements, including occupied campuses, academic calendars, stakeholder coordination, and safety protocols.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven project management experience in commercial construction.
• Comfortable working in design‑build environments with a focus on early decisions balancing budget, schedule, and educational program needs.
• Skilled in value engineering, design coordination, scheduling, and change‑order negotiation.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with owners, architects, and trade partners.
• Commitment to a safety‑first culture and inclusive team environment.
• Familiarity with construction management platforms (e.g., Procore) is a plus.

$120,000 – $150,000 USD (salary based on experience, education, and internal equity).

Fully paid medical premiums for employees, generous paid time off, 401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits, and a culture of ownership and pride.

Absher Construction is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug screening, which includes verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and references. Credit history checks may be conducted for positions with access to company financial accounts.