Job Description

Project Manager

K-12 & Educational Construction

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Salary: $125,000 - $150,000+ DOE
Relocation Assistance Available

Help Build the Future of Southern Nevada

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join one of the Southwest's premier commercial construction organizations and help lead the successful delivery of large-scale educational construction projects throughout the Las Vegas market.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in projects that directly impact students, educators, and communities. From new school campuses and classroom buildings to athletic facilities, performing arts centers, and campus expansions, you will help deliver facilities that will serve future generations for decades to come.

Our client is a highly respected heavy commercial general contractor with a long history of successfully delivering complex projects across education, healthcare, hospitality, public works, aviation, entertainment, and commercial markets. They are actively growing and looking for experienced construction professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact.

What You'll Be Doing

Project Leadership

• Manage educational construction projects from preconstruction through final occupancy

• Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and project execution efforts

• Coordinate with Owners, School District Representatives, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, and Field Leadership

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

Financial Management

• Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts

• Oversee subcontract agreements, change orders, and purchase orders

• Track project costs and financial performance

• Review owner billings and subcontractor pay applications

• Prepare monthly project status and financial reports

Project Coordination

• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement schedules, and project documentation

• Lead project meetings with stakeholders and subcontractors

• Coordinate activities between office and field teams

• Proactively identify and resolve project challenges

Client & Community Relations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders

• Build strong relationships with school district personnel, architects, and ownership groups

• Maintain clear communication throughout all phases of construction

• Ensure client expectations are consistently exceeded

Schedule & Performance

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules

• Monitor critical path activities and project milestones

• Coordinate procurement of long-lead materials and equipment

• Support successful project turnover and closeout activities

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within commercial construction

• Experience managing K-12, higher education, public works, municipal, or institutional construction projects preferred

• Strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, scheduling, and budgeting

• Experience working with public agencies and school districts is highly desirable

• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management software

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to successfully manage multiple stakeholders and project priorities

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $125,000 - $150,000+ compensation package based on experience

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

• Opportunity to help build facilities that positively impact future generations

• Join one of the most respected commercial construction organizations in the region

• Strong project backlog and long-term career stability

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Collaborative leadership team and exceptional company culture

• Clear advancement opportunities

• Fast hiring process for qualified candidates

Build More Than a Building

Educational facilities shape communities, create opportunities, and influence future generations. This is an opportunity to be part of projects that make a lasting impact while advancing your career with an organization known for excellence, integrity, and successful project delivery.

If you're passionate about leading complex construction projects and want to leave a meaningful legacy, we'd love to hear from you.