Construction Project Leader

This role is responsible for simultaneously managing the full life cycle of multiple small to mid-size renovations and upgrades general construction projects. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of coordinating closely with clients and subcontractors to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

• Manage all phases of multiple construction projects—from concept to final completion—in alignment with contract requirements.
• Develop scope of work, perform quantity takeoffs, and prepare detailed line-item cost estimates using estimating software.
• Conduct site visits, document existing conditions, and integrate findings into pricing proposals and scopes of work.
• Lead client discussions to finalize scopes, clarify project details, and negotiate pricing proposals.
• Set up and lead pre-bid construction meetings with subcontractors and walk job site and explain the scope of work and answer questions from subcontractors.
• Select qualified subcontractors and manage on-site coordination of their activities.
• Coordinate with business manager to prepare and send out bid packages and invitations to solicit bids from subcontractors.
• Send out RFI’s and coordinate with the client to ensure all team members how full understanding of what is required for the project scope of work.
• Utilize a submittal log to track and deliver required submittals to the client.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules to monitor progress and ensure timely completion.
• Ensure all close-out documentation is submitted, including as-built drawings, final permits, warranties, and O&M manuals.
• Maintain effective communication with client representatives to ensure project expectations are clearly understood and met.

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field is highly preferred
  • An associate degree in a construction or engineering-related field is preferred
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in the commercial or industrial general construction industry
  • Proven experience managing multiple building renovation and upgrade projects involving multi-trade subcontractors
  • Prior experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC) is highly preferred
  • Experience preparing detailed lump sum, fixed-price estimates based on subcontractor proposals
  • Familiarity with RS Means, Gordian Software or other unit price books for line-item estimating is a plus
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Strong understanding of construction means and methods
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and project specifications
  • Proficiency with MS Project, Word, Excel, estimating, and scheduling software
  • Experience conducting site visits and writing clear scopes of work
  • Knowledge of Performance-Based Construction principles is preferred
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong initiative and attention to detail and willingness to accomplish project timelines and meet client needs and objectives.
  • Ability to interact and negotiate effectively with clients and end users
  • Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to occasionally climb ladders or lift and move heavy materials, as required by project activities.
• Driving Requirements:
  • Use of a company pool vehicle or driving on client property may be required. A valid driver’s license and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check are mandatory.
• Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • Candidates must successfully complete a health assessment and pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to hire.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants…