Construction project managers are responsible for ensuring the timely and costly completion of construction projects by overseeing all phases of the project. This entails working with a variety of stakeholders to schedule and plan work, coordinate equipment and materials, operate within budget, and monitor overall progress. Construction project managers are ofterntimes at the construction site for much of the work week.

Determine and define scope of work and deliverables

Predict resources needed to complete project

Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites

Comfortable reading and understading blueprints and drawings

Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software

Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles

Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs

High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions