Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C.
Michael Page International
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Today
- $120,000–$160,000 Per Year
- Full-time
Highlights
Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. The Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. will be responsible for: Manage all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through turnover. A successful Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. should have: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $120,000–$160,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C.
The Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. will be responsible for:
- Manage all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through turnover.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts.
- Lead subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and buyout activities.
- Coordinate with owners, architects, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
- Drive project planning efforts including logistics, sequencing, risk management, and constructability reviews.
- Monitor project performance, proactively identify risks, and implement solutions before issues impact schedule or budget.
- Oversee change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
- Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with field teams and executive leadership.
- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentor junior project team members while fostering a collaborative and accountable culture.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
A successful Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.
- Proven experience managing commercial, institutional, public-sector, healthcare, education, mixed-use, or multifamily construction projects.
- Experience overseeing projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management, and contract administration.
- Ability to successfully manage multiple stakeholders and maintain strong client relationships.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and take ownership of project outcomes.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and proactive leadership are critical.
- Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, or negotiated project delivery methods is a plus.
- Project Manager and Senior Project Manager candidates will be considered based on experience level and project complexity managed.
The Project Manager - Ground-Up Construction - Washington, D.C. will receive:
- Competitive salary - $120,000 to $160,000 (depending on PM or SPM)
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays.
- Benefits package + allowances + bonuses
- Opportunity to lead complex, high-visibility projects valued up to $40M+ and beyond.
- Strong culture of trust, autonomy, and empowerment with minimal micromanagement.
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and clear advancement opportunities.
- Established pipeline of diverse projects across public, institutional, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.
Interested? Apply today.
Contact Morgan Metcalf Quote job ref JN-082026-7089278
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
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