Project Manager, Operations Manager, Estimator

Overview

Established in 1963, Gulf Stream Construction Company is a turnkey site contractor based in Charleston, SC, operating on projects across South Carolina and coastal Georgia. We build high‑quality projects alongside the very best subcontractors while maintaining a cost‑efficient, timely approach to our work.

We are looking for a Project Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys a challenge, and wants to join a growing, family‑owned construction company.

• Determine and define the scope of work and deliverables by reviewing plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Collaborate with owner/engineer, general contractor, subcontractor, and vendor to ensure quality, resolve issues, meet deadlines, and negotiate change orders.
• Communicate with superintendents and office staff to review the project, daily activities, change orders, resources, materials, and staffing.
• Manage project budget to meet financial targets, ensure timely and accurate invoicing, and monitor receivables for each project, including subcontractor billings.
• Develop and maintain project schedule including staffing and material tracking logs.
• Attend turnover meetings with estimator to review bid estimate, gain project clarification, and to ensure a successful project kickoff.
• Ensure all submittals are reviewed, stamped, and submitted to the owner/engineer or general contractor for approval in a timely fashion.
• Ensure accurate and timely buyout of each project, including writing and managing contracts and purchase orders for all subcontractors.
• Issue requests for information to the owner/engineer or general contractor for clarification and to determine answers to questions or resolve omissions in drawings.
• Prepare monthly payment applications to the owner and monitor and resolve any disputes related to billings.
• Prepare cost reports for review by management on a regular basis to ensure operators are within budget.
• Ensure necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites are in place.
• Perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Other responsibilities assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field (experience in a directly related field may be accepted in lieu of formal education).
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of project management experience.
• Proficiency in B2W and ViewPoint software is preferred.

• Exceptional time‑management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate.

• Two medical plan options.
• Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Identity Theft, and more.
• 401(k) with maximum company match.
• Generous vacation and sick time.
• Employee development opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Paid parental leave.