Project Manager | Commercial Construction

About the Company

Monteith Construction is a commercial builder operating across the Carolinas. The company’s mission is to create outstanding buildings while delivering an experience that delights its partners. Its work includes projects such as schools, hospitals, health centers, offices, and airports, with a strong belief that the quality of what is built has a lasting impact on the community.

Role Overview

In this position, you will take ownership of planning, directing, and coordinating multiple construction projects from start to finish. You will be responsible for keeping work organized, on schedule, and aligned with budget and quality expectations. Regular coordination with Project Superintendents is essential, and you will also represent Monteith Construction within the Owner-Architect-Builder team. Building durable working relationships with all project stakeholders is a key part of the role.

Key Duties

• Hold recurring check-ins with the owner and architect to keep them informed about project progress and budget status.
• Maintain strong quality assurance processes throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Track, evaluate, and control project budget and costs, including estimating, pricing, and change orders, to support project profitability.
• Review drawings and specifications before construction begins to identify design gaps, impractical details, or code concerns, then work with the architect to resolve them.
• Examine and approve Monteith and subcontractor billing to reduce financial exposure and support healthy cash flow.
• Review submittals to confirm products and installation details are correct for the project.
• Organize project records within Procore, the company’s project management platform.
• Coordinate subcontractor labor and material deliveries while monitoring the project schedule to help ensure timely completion.
• Negotiate and finalize trade contracts to control cost and confirm scope accuracy.
• Partner with the superintendent to lead meetings and keep the project team aligned so work is delivered accurately and on time.

Experience and Skills Needed

The ideal candidate should bring 3 to 5 years of experience in construction project management. A background in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred, though equivalent relevant experience is also acceptable. Strong verbal and written communication skills are important. Experience with project management tools such as Procore or Newforma is strongly preferred, and familiarity with reading construction schedules is required. Knowledge of Primavera P6 is an advantage. LEED AP certification or LEED training is encouraged. The role may require working outside standard hours and traveling within North Carolina and South Carolina.

Culture and Values

Monteith looks for people who collaborate well and contribute positively to the team. The company values sound judgment, a practical problem-solving mindset, a determined attitude, and steady progress toward goals. Teamwork, accountability, and resilience are emphasized as part of the workplace culture.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this role is offered in the range of USD 100,000 to 125,000 per year. Benefits include participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program, a strong team culture, competitive pay with growth potential, medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and optional benefits such as short-term disability, FSA, and HSA.

Diversity and Inclusion

Monteith Construction states that diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. The company welcomes people from all backgrounds and aims to provide an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued.