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Project Manager
J. Benton Construction
Virgin, USA
Manager · 5+ years experience
Onsite
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Key Skills for This Role
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract, quality, and safety standards
- Support proposal and preconstruction efforts, including constructability reviews, budgeting, and procurement planning
- Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, designers, consultants, and subcontractors
- Oversee project staffing, mentoring, and performance management to optimize team effectiveness
- Lead OAC and subcontractor meetings; manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and material tracking
- Monitor project financial performance, including cost reporting, forecasting, change management, and cash flow
- Coordinate with field leadership to ensure alignment on schedule, quality, and safety compliance
- Oversee project controls and scheduling to drive timely milestone achievement
- Execute project closeout activities, including punch lists, as-builts, and final documentation
- Identify and implement strategies to improve profitability and support business development
- Essential Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
- Ability to coordinate resolution across multiple stakeholders and complex project challenges
- Strong financial acumen with a focus on cost management and budget adherence
- Attention to detail, quality, and safety standards
- Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively across diverse teams
- Demonstrated commitment to leading safe, compliant jobsite operations
- Knowledge of contract language, cost control processes, and project controls
- Strong ability to mentor, delegate, and lead project teams
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management or a similar role
- Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore), cost management software (e.g., Sage, Timberline), and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6)
- OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 certification preferred
- Preferred Experience (includes, but is not limited to):
- Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with Caribbean construction practices
- Prior involvement in business development and client relationship management
- Physical Demands & Work Environment
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sun exposure
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods
- Ability to navigate active construction sites with changing ground conditions and elevations
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely use ladders, scaffolding, and other access equipment as required
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Compensation & Benefits
- The base salary for this position is one component of J. Benton Construction’s total compensation package. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s skills, experience, education, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.
- J. Benton Construction offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
- Company paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays (12)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Company paid Short-Term Disability
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- J. Benton Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against applicants or employees for discussing pay and provide reasonable accommodations as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred or equivalent experience
- OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 certification preferred
About J. Benton Construction
Construction75 employeesFounded 2006
General contractor for Caribbean commercial and institutional construction projects.
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