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Project Manager - Self Perform

Position Overview

The Project Manager - Self Perform is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and successful delivery of self-performed construction scopes across a variety of commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and multifamily projects. This role serves as the primary leader for project execution, overseeing budgets, schedules, manpower planning, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and client relationships while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Working closely with Superintendents, Field Leadership, Project Engineers, Estimators, and Operations Leadership, the Project Manager drives the successful integration of self-performed work into the overall project strategy. This position requires a strong understanding of construction means and methods, labor productivity, risk management, and cost control, along with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and internal teams.

The Project Manager plays a critical role in supporting Elford's commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and client satisfaction while contributing to the continued growth of the Self Perform Group.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead all project management activities from preconstruction through project closeout for self-performed scopes of work.

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, manpower plans, procurement activities, and project execution strategies.

• Partner closely with Superintendents and Field Leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project goals.

• Manage project financial performance, including cost tracking, forecasting, productivity analysis, billing, change management, and profitability.

• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal resources to ensure timely procurement, delivery, and installation of materials and equipment.

• Review and manage contracts, purchase orders, subcontracts, and project documentation.

• Lead project meetings and maintain effective communication with owners, architects, engineers, trade partners, and internal stakeholders.

• Identify project risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies to minimize schedule impacts, cost overruns, and operational disruptions.

• Collaborate with Estimating and Preconstruction teams during project planning, buyout, value engineering, and constructability reviews.

• Support labor planning and resource allocation efforts to maximize productivity and optimize self-perform operations across multiple projects.

• Monitor project schedules and production activities to ensure milestone achievement and successful project delivery.

• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, quality standards, company policies, and contractual obligations.

• Mentor and support Project Engineers and other developing team members while promoting continuous learning and professional growth.

• Foster strong client relationships that support repeat business and long-term partnerships.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive project management experience within commercial construction, self-perform operations, or related construction disciplines.

• Experience managing self-performed trades such as concrete, carpentry, demolition, site work, interiors, or specialty construction scopes preferred.

• Proven track record of successfully delivering construction projects on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

• Experience managing project financials, labor productivity, procurement, and subcontractor relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with self-perform construction operations in commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, or multifamily markets.

• Knowledge of lean construction principles, operational planning, and productivity management.

• Familiarity with union and non-union labor environments.

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or industry-related credentials are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, project execution, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.

• Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to effectively manage teams, build relationships, and influence project outcomes.

• Strong business acumen and understanding of project financial management.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to identify risks, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.

• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and other construction management technologies.

• Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.