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Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Cogent Analytics
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/23/2026
The Project Manager is accountable for planning, coordinating, and controlling all phases of assigned projects including schedule, budget/cost control, subcontractor management, client communication, pay applications, change management, and closeout so work is delivered profitably, safely, and to spec.

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Lead projects from contract award through closeout
  • Review contract, scope, plans/specs; align expectations, constraints, and milestones with Ops/Superintendent
  • Build the baseline project plan: schedule, budget, procurement plan, subcontract plan, and job file structure
  • Create/maintain the master schedule; run weekly look-ahead with Superintendent; adjust sequencing based on deliveries/constraints
  • Coordinate subs and major material lead times; escalate risks early (weather, inspections, manpower, long-lead items)
  • Prepare and manage project budgets; track committed costs via POs/subcontracts; drive cost-to-complete updates
  • Negotiate/purchase materials and subcontract work (with Ops oversight as needed)
  • Review/approve vendor and subcontractor invoices after field verification
  • Lead job meetings and keep owners/clients apprised of schedule/budget issues and upcoming decisions
  • Manage RFIs/submittals/shop drawing coordination (as applicable to your project type)
  • Oversee progress billing/pay applications and required lien waivers
  • Identify, price, submit, and process change orders/claims; ensure approval and billing happen promptly
  • Drive punch list completion and project closeout documentation with Superintendent
  • Ensure safety policies are implemented through field leadership; correct hazards immediately and support incident response
  • Support responses to insurance claims when needed
  • Lead, mentor, and support Project Coordinators and project staff
  • Coordinate efforts between field operations, estimating, accounting, and executives
  • Conduct project meetings and ensure clear communication
  • Serve as primary point of contact for owners, architects, and consultants
  • Manage client expectations and resolve project issues
  • Maintain professional relationships to support repeat business
  • Promote a strong safety culture in coordination with field leadership
  • Ensure quality control processes are followed
  • Ensure projects comply with company policies, contracts, and regulations



Qualifications
Required:

  • 5 years of construction project management experience (or equivalent proven capability managing multiple jobs)
  • Ability to interpret plans/specs, run schedule/budget controls, and manage subs/vendors
  • Valid driver’s license



Preferred:

  • OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid, and QC training when required by clients/projects
  • PE / CAPM / PMP
  • Spanish communication ability



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Salary : $85,000 - $105,000

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