Construction Project Manager – Capital Projects

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Construction / Project Manager II to join a leading Design and Construction Management team supporting a major energy account in Houston, TX. In this role, you will oversee capital construction projects from planning through execution, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality objectives are met. You will work closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver complex new construction, renovation, and MEP infrastructure projects in critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and manage project schedules and ensure on-time project delivery
• Review contractual scope of work and assess impacts from design changes, field directives, and client bulletins
• Prepare cost estimates, develop proposals, and support change order negotiations to capture additional work
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance; report status, risks, and progress to leadership
• Coordinate and lead job progress meetings with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Manage subcontractors and ensure alignment with project scope, quality standards, and timelines
• Oversee construction execution, including safety compliance, quality control, and scheduling
• Ensure adherence to design specifications, building codes, and engineering requirements
• Maintain strong working relationships with consultants, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
• Perform project documentation, meeting minutes, reporting, and administrative coordination

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of construction/project management experience in:
• New construction and renovations
• MEP infrastructure projects
• Facilities maintenance, plant operations, or engineering services
• Critical or high-complexity environments (preferred)
• At least 5 years of management experience leading project teams or contractors
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with project tools such as MS Project, Procore, and Bluebeam (preferred)
• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire
• Strong ability to work in fast-paced environments with evolving or undefined processes

Core Competencies

• Capital project planning and execution
• Construction cost control and financial management
• Contractor and subcontractor management
• Scheduling and project coordination
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving in complex construction environments

Preferred Experience

• Energy, utilities, or industrial sector project experience
• Large-scale capital improvement or infrastructure projects
• Design-build or multi-stakeholder project environments

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement