Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Waltham, MA - Hybrid (Requires Travel to Multiple Sites + Remote)

6 Month Contract + extensions

Our client is seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Project Manager to support early-stage project development and execution across a portfolio of facilities and infrastructure initiatives. This individual will play a critical role in defining project scope, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring projects are positioned for successful delivery from concept through completion.

This role will also act as the internal project lead on initiatives involving external project managers, serving as the key liaison between third-party partners and internal business teams. Strong communication and the ability to clearly present project updates to leadership are essential.

Core Responsibilities

Project Ownership & Leadership

• Lead assigned development and capital projects, maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and overall delivery
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring clear ownership of tasks and alignment across stakeholders
• Act as the primary point of contact between internal teams and external contractors or project partners

Planning & Scoping

• Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
• Facilitate requirements gathering to ensure business needs are clearly understood and documented
• Establish boundaries of project scope, including inclusions/exclusions, and secure stakeholder alignment

Scheduling & Budget Management

• Develop and maintain high-level project timelines, identifying risks and addressing schedule deviations
• Build and manage project budgets across all phases including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout
• Monitor financial performance and ensure projects remain within approved budgets

Execution & Oversight

• Oversee design, engineering, and construction phases to ensure alignment with approved scope and standards
• Ensure all building systems and facility components (interior and exterior) are delivered as designed and meet operational requirements
• Support commissioning and transition to occupancy in alignment with project timelines

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide consistent updates to leadership and stakeholders regarding project status, milestones, and risks
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise presentations for leadership reviews

Risk & Quality Management

• Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and construction best practices

Project Closeout

• Manage project completion activities, including punch lists and final deliverables
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with design specifications and stakeholder expectations

Continuous Improvement

• Promote process improvements and best practices within the project development lifecycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience managing development, construction, or capital improvement projects
• Strong understanding of building systems including architectural, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and life safety systems
• Experience with project scoping, planning, and design coordination
• Familiarity with construction contracts, procurement processes, environmental considerations, and building codes
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present effectively to stakeholders and leadership