Project Manager - Commercial Construction at Cogent Analytics – Fayetteville, North Carolina

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.

• 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.

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.