Construction Project Manager Job at Aquent (Raleigh)

Construction Project Manager

Aquent

Location:
United States , Raleigh ▼
Wilmington

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

55.00 - 59.75 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Are you a seasoned project leader with a passion for building and a knack for driving complex initiatives to successful completion? We are seeking an exceptional individual to step into a pivotal role, where you will not only lead critical enterprise-wide construction projects but also champion the evolution of our project management methodologies. This is more than just managing tasks; it’s about making a tangible impact on our physical footprint, enhancing operational efficiency, and setting new standards for project delivery across the organization. Your expertise will directly influence the successful execution of high-profile construction endeavors, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Job Responsibility:

Strategic Project Leadership: Lead large, cross-functional teams in the deployment of enterprise-wide construction projects and programs, acting as the primary driver and holding ultimate accountability for project outcomes
Methodology Development & Deployment: Develop, deploy, train, and provide ongoing support for project management methodologies across the corporation, ensuring best practices are consistently applied
Scope & Objective Definition: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives, ensuring clarity and alignment among all team members and acting as the owner’s representative in construction meetings
Proactive Project Tracking & Reporting: Prepare and maintain clear, concise status reports and time management reports. Proactively track project progress, identify potential issues before they arise, and offer timely solutions for team approval
Financial Oversight: Review all applications for payment by contractors, recommending necessary changes before submission for approval, and offer suggestions for cost-effective material and shorter lead-time substitutions
Stakeholder Engagement: Promote essential customer involvement, ensuring project success is directly tied to customer satisfaction. Communicate project status effectively and obtain approval for significant project updates
Continuous Improvement: Champion the adoption of project management best practices, adapting approaches to suit diverse project contexts and continuously improving team skills through lessons-learned reviews
Issue Resolution & Escalation: Possess the knowledge and experience to recognize and articulate problems, bring the right people together for solutions, and ensure issues are properly addressed with appropriate urgency. Establish a culture where escalations are viewed as a positive step toward resolution
Relationship Building: Serve as a role model in fostering strong working relationships among all project stakeholders, cultivating trust and open communication
Effective Change Control: Implement robust change control processes to manage scope creep, communications, and quality. Participate in bid processes, reviewing construction documents to minimize change orders
Empowered Decision-Making: Drive decision-making to the lowest possible level, empowering project members and fostering accountability
Consensus & Contingency Planning: Routinely build consensus, develop comprehensive contingency plans, and provide well-reasoned recommended solutions
Documentation & Information Sharing: Maintain detailed records throughout the project lifecycle and ensure information is shared effectively with the team and management. Oversee all project submittals

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the construction of complex buildings and systems
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing construction projects of all sizes
Proficiency in MS Office applications, MS Project, and VISIO
Excellent analytical skills and proven problem-solving ability, including basic root cause analysis
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
Proven record of successful construction project administration across a variety of projects
Ability to develop project plans and manage individual deadlines and goals using software tools
Deep knowledge of project metrics, including gathering, reporting, trend analysis, and creation
Ability to identify issues and problems, generate solutions, and choose appropriate alternatives
Experience managing project scope by assessing requirement changes and conveying impact on budget, time, and risk
Skilled in managing client expectations, anticipating operational and tactical risks, and tracking them
Ability to clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues, and escalate as needed
Self-motivated, quick, assertive, and extremely detail-oriented and organized
Exceptional time management skills
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with little to no supervision, demonstrating strong independence while maintaining a team-oriented approach
Adaptability in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, comfortable with change and complexity

Nice to have:

PMP certification
Experience in the retail sector
Familiarity with CAD and CAFM systems and other drawing documentation tools

What we offer:

subsidized health, vision, and dental plans
paid sick leave
retirement plans with a match

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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