Construction Project Manager
Vaco by Highspring, Louisville, KY, United States
Position Summary
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing projects from pre‑construction through closeout, including budgeting and estimating responsibilities. This role plays a key part in cost development, subcontractor procurement, schedule management, and overall project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Construction & Estimating
Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
Perform quantity take-offs and scope analysis
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor bids
Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets
Assist with value engineering and cost‑saving initiatives
Prepare bid proposals and participate in client presentations
Identify scope gaps and risk exposure prior to project award
Budget & Financial Management
Establish and maintain project budgets
Track job costs and forecast project profitability
Review and approve subcontractor pay applications
Negotiate subcontract agreements and manage change orders
Prepare monthly cost reports and financial updates
Project Execution
Develop and maintain construction schedules
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field staff
Work closely with Superintendents to ensure quality and productivity
Manage RFIs, submittals, and procurement logs
Resolve project issues proactively
Client & Stakeholder Communication
Serve as primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle
Provide regular progress and financial updates
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
Risk, Compliance & Closeout
Ensure compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations
Manage contracts and project documentation
Oversee punch list, final inspections, and closeout documentation
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
preferred
Equivalent experience will be considered
Experience
5+ years of construction project management experience
3+ years of estimating experience (commercial/industrial/multifamily – customize as needed)
Experience managing projects from bid through closeout
Proven experience with cost estimating and subcontractor buy‑out
Equal Opportunity Notice
Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Representation Notice
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.
Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations; and
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).
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The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing projects from pre‑construction through closeout, including budgeting and estimating responsibilities. This role plays a key part in cost development, subcontractor procurement, schedule management, and overall project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Construction & Estimating
Review plans, specifications, and bid documents
Perform quantity take-offs and scope analysis
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor bids
Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets
Assist with value engineering and cost‑saving initiatives
Prepare bid proposals and participate in client presentations
Identify scope gaps and risk exposure prior to project award
Budget & Financial Management
Establish and maintain project budgets
Track job costs and forecast project profitability
Review and approve subcontractor pay applications
Negotiate subcontract agreements and manage change orders
Prepare monthly cost reports and financial updates
Project Execution
Develop and maintain construction schedules
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field staff
Work closely with Superintendents to ensure quality and productivity
Manage RFIs, submittals, and procurement logs
Resolve project issues proactively
Client & Stakeholder Communication
Serve as primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle
Provide regular progress and financial updates
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
Risk, Compliance & Closeout
Ensure compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations
Manage contracts and project documentation
Oversee punch list, final inspections, and closeout documentation
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
preferred
Equivalent experience will be considered
Experience
5+ years of construction project management experience
3+ years of estimating experience (commercial/industrial/multifamily – customize as needed)
Experience managing projects from bid through closeout
Proven experience with cost estimating and subcontractor buy‑out
Equal Opportunity Notice
Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Representation Notice
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.
Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations; and
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).
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