Project Manager – Construction Management at Risk (Higher Ed & K-12)

Location: North Carolina (Pembroke, Raleigh, Fayetteville, Columbia, Charlotte, Myrtle Beach

A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join its Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) division. This firm specializes in negotiated design-build, CMAR, and select hard-bid projects across the state of North Carolina, with a strong presence in the education sector.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader capable of managing large-scale education facility projects from pre-construction through warranty. This role requires strong communication, scheduling, budgeting, and client-relations skills, as well as experience managing diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Communication

•  Serve as the primary point of contact for the project owner, design team, and all project stakeholders
•  Lead project meetings, manage expectations, and ensure alignment with client goals
• Uphold the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism on all job sites

Project Lifecycle Management

• Oversee projects from pre-design estimating and bidding through closeout, commissioning, and warranty
• Direct and supervise the project team through all phases of construction
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and construction regulations

Financial Oversight

• Manage project budgets, monitor cost controls, and lead value engineering efforts
• Ensure financial goals and schedules are met or exceeded
• Provide accurate forecasting, change management, and financial reporting

Scheduling & Time Management

• Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive project schedules
• Anticipate and mitigate delays through proactive planning and communication
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain critical path timelines
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction, with specific CMAR experience in higher ed and/or K-12 sectors
• Strong knowledge of preconstruction, estimating, and construction processes
• Proven success in managing complex projects across multiple stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel to project sites across North Carolina as needed

https://www.estremandco.com/ contact Barb@Estremandco.com 

Posted On: Wednesday, July 9, 2025