Project Manager – Commercial / K-12 Construction

Project Manager - Commercial / K-12 Construction

Location: Indianapolis, IN
 Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

My client is seeking a mid-career Project Manager with a strong background in ground-up commercial or K-12 construction. The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for all key facets of the construction project from start to finish.The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working for reputable general contractors and a proven record managing high-value projects ($15M-$20M+) such as schools, upscale multifamily developments, office buildings, or data centers.

This role is best suited for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and demonstrates passion, communication excellence, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (required for Project Managers and Estimators).
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience (Intern → Assistant PM → PM).
• Experience managing ground-up commercial or K-12 projects; renovation experience acceptable with some ground-up exposure.
• Proven ability to lead high-value projects ($15M+).
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, scheduling, and estimating.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools; experience with Compass, Field Textron, Wilhelm, Hagerman, or Patt a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects from pre-construction through close-out.
• The Project Manager is the primary office-based representative of the company in dealing with the client, the trade subcontractors, design consultants, and suppliers, so he or she must be able to exercise solid, independent discretion and demonstrate good judgment in managing and being responsible for a variety of matters of great significance to the success of the project both for the client and the company.  
• Additional responsibilities include
  • estimating, contract execution with subcontractors, schedule creation and maintenance.
  • budget and cost control, trade subcontractor coordination, quality control, inspection and compliance with contract scope
  • coordination of code inspectors and code compliance, consideration and authorization of additional work
  • resolving disputes among participants, identification of needs outside the scope of the project requirements
  • getting approval for compensation and authorization to perform extra work.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
• Coordinate subcontractor bidding, scope reviews, and contract execution.
• Manage project documentation, including subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Serve as the main office-based representative for the project, maintaining strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Partner with field superintendents to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.