Construction Project Manager in Vancouver, Washington at Port of Vancouver USA

Have you considered building your career at one of Southwest Washington’s premier employers?

At the Port of Vancouver USA, you’ll be part of the dynamic team that makes us a vital link in global trade. As an economic engine, our work supports 20,000 local jobs. As a convenient hub of marine, rail, and highway transportation, we’ve been successfully moving cargo for more than a century. Our Terminal 1 redevelopment is helping transform Vancouver’s waterfront.

There’s a reason the Port of Vancouver USA has been one of the most storied employers for 113 years and counting. Beyond offering a meaningful career and competitive salaries, the port provides unmatched benefits and work-life balance. We offer generous PTO, the potential for flexible work hours, comprehensive health insurance, an HRA to help with health-related expenses, retirement, life insurance, disability, savings plans, and more. We value teamwork, creativity, and customer service – and we center our organization on being a rewarding and supportive place to work.

The Construction Project Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of the Port’s capital projects, managing multiple complex and grant‑funded efforts from design through construction and closeout. The role ensures compliance with budgets, schedules, and technical requirements while coordinating with engineers, architects, contractors, tenants, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include contract compliance, permitting, constructability review, issue resolution, facility assessments, and contributing to strategic and interdepartmental planning initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities:

Essential responsibilities for the Construction Project Manager may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead and support the development, implementation, and delivery of the Port’s capital projects.
• Manage multiple medium to large, complex construction projects through all phases—from initial planning and design coordination to construction and closeout.
• Oversee day-to-day construction project activities, including contract and schedule compliance, quality assurance and quality control, cost estimating, budget monitoring, and preparation of required project reports.
• Manage federal and state grant funded construction projects working with contractors, inspectors, and document control to meet contract administrative and environmental specifications.
• Coordinate project resources, monitor progress against established timelines and milestones, and ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications.
• Provide constructability reviews, identify design conflicts, advise on contract compliance, and assist with staging, access, and construction phasing plans.
• Manage material management and delivery scheduling tasks for assigned projects.
• Prepare and oversee permitting processes required for capital project and maintenance implementation.
• Conduct pre-bid and preconstruction conferences and prepare specialized contract provisions and design agreements.
• Work closely with engineering teams, architects, building envelope consultants, and other design professionals to support design development and interdepartmental coordination.
• Meet with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to establish project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, Port tenants, and project team members to address changes, issues, or concerns.
• Select, negotiate with, and coordinate the work of vendors, contractors, subcontractors, and external consultants.
• Manage contract performance, review project schedules and work practices, and negotiate change orders, claims, disputes, and disagreements.
• Inspect Port marine and industrial facilities and recommend repairs, upgrades, or replacements.
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve complex facility issues, concerns, or operational trends.
• Track project performance indicators and prepare reports for management, including analysis of labor-hour trends, material and equipment costs, and overall productivity.
• Assist with the Port’s facilities management programs.
• Develop plans and programs supporting marketing, facilities, finance, and government relations departments related to road, rail, facility planning, funding, and outreach strategies.
• Participate as an active member on Port’s strategic planning team.
• Actively support the Port’s mission and vision, and demonstrate values consistently.
• Work effectively as a team player with all Port employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The duties above are illustrative and not an exhaustive list. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, and duties may change as organizational needs evolve.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or advanced degree in a related technical field preferred, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to competently perform the job.

Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in managing capital projects highly desired. Knowledge of local, state, and federal building, environmental and land-use planning regulations pertinent to the Port industry. Advanced knowledge of project delivery methods available for public agencies including but not limited to Design-Bid-Build, General Contractor/ Construction Manager (GCCM), Design-Build, etc. Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate facilities modifications or relocations; establish and monitor budgets, prepare and present reports. Experience with commercial buildings and site development is desired.

License/Certification:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) credential highly desired.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card) upon hire.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Analytical skills: Able to gather relevant data from appropriate sources; identify all relevant factors or restrictions; apply logical reasoning to determine relationship of variables; develop results-oriented conclusions; test assumptions, observe results, and incorporate revisions or corrections. Ability to think strategically and cultivate an environment of teamwork.

Communication Skills: College level written and verbal communications skills. Must be able to communicate effectively up, down, and across the entire organization clearly and succinctly in a variety of styles to get messages across that have the desired effect. The ability to develop and deliver formal presentations in a variety of settings. (i.e. one-on-one, small, or large groups).

Organizational skills: Able to prioritize and organize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Must have the capacity to balance both short- and long-term issues effectively and handle many simultaneous and often conflicting and changing priorities.

Problem solving skills: Logically think through and solve problems involving several variables. Remain objective in gathering information and investigating issues.

Computer Skills: Advanced personal computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project and AutoCAD. Bluebeam Construction software and cloud-based project management software preferred.

Physical Requirements/Environment:

• Ability to sit, stand, bend and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to see, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via digital tools.
• Ability to operate or otherwise use computer systems, software, and standard office technologies to complete essential job tasks.
• Ability to review and interpret information in written and digital formats.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions including grasping, handling, and use of fingers.
• Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull, reach, stoop, kneel, use stairs, and occasionally climb ladders.
• Ability to drive on an as-needed basis.
• Work is performed in an office environment and at various outdoor locations where adverse weather conditions, uneven ground, exposure to moving machinery and moderate to loud noise is common.

The requirements described above are representative of the physical and mental capabilities that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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If you have any questions or concerns, please submit them to jobs@portvanusa.com.

The posting will remain open until May 28, 2026.

The Port of Vancouver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Port of Vancouver complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Salary Range: $99,166 - $144,691 annually