Hays is hiring: Full-Time Junior Construction Project Manager in Richmond

Ground Up Multi-Family Project Manager Your new company With support from senior leadership and collaboration with field and office teams, the project manager leads day-to-day operations on assigned projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, subcontractor coordination, and client communication. This role serves as a key decision-maker from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring quality delivery and team alignment. They have a few projects coming up in Norfolk/Charlottesville/Richmond, so they need to start hiring for that. Our client wants someone who is a proven construction PM. They would report into the Richmond office and would like someone who can go to the office but would be open to a proven PM who is located in the Charlottesville or Norfolk/Hampton Roads areas and has connections in that area, who would only come to the office occasionally and instead be on site most of the time. Responsible for the preconstruction phase of assigned projects. Facilitate construction start through project closing as a liaison with the owner of assigned projects. Ensure contract scope is understood by the entire site management team. Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel and maintain a positive working environment for the entire site team. Promote a positive company image through professional and fair business relationships and community service. Four (4)-year degree in an accredited construction-related curriculum (BSCE, BSAE, etc.) Cumulative total of at least seven (7) years of progressive experience in ground-up new construction, preferably including prior employment as project manager, assistant project manager, or lead superintendent on negotiated or hard bid projects. Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and teams. Demonstrated a high level of achievement in the areas of project management, estimating, scheduling, budget/cost control, negotiation, field supervision, and financial reporting. High functional ability to understand, interpret, and implement plans, specifications, and other contract documents. Substantial knowledge of and experience with solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of subcontracts, including without limitations, preparation of bid, and subcontract scope language. Proficient with construction management software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, and other web-based and project management solutions. Certifications for CCM, PMP, PSP, DRMP, CEP, and LEED Accredited Professional Status are encouraged.