Construction Project Manager

Job Title: Commercial Construction Project ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Commercial Construction Project Manager to support our growing Indianapolis operation. This role involves managing commercial projects and supporting complex custom residential work as project needs change. The Project Manager will oversee schedules, budgets, contracts, subcontractors, client communication, and project execution from planning through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee project schedules, critical-path activities, budgets, forecasts, and contracts.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, invoicing, and project documentation.
• Coordinate clients, architects, designers, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and construction contracts.
• Track project costs and provide schedule, financial, and progress updates.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor quality, safety, and project progress.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Support commercial and complex custom residential projects as workload changes.
• Help introduce commercial best practices and train supporting project personnel.
• Represent the company professionally and uphold its core values.

Essential Skills

• Commercial GC experience as a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Engineer.
• Experience managing schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate architects, engineers, field teams, clients, and vendors.
• Strong client-facing communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable supporting commercial projects while learning complex custom residential construction.
• Willingness to travel to projects approximately two to three days per week.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Design-build construction experience.
• Degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Proficiency with JobTread or comparable construction software.
• Experience training Project Engineers or junior team members.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and profit & loss management.

Work EnvironmentThe position is based in the Indianapolis office and supports projects throughout Indianapolis, Bloomington, Columbus, Corydon, and other Central and Southern Indiana markets. Project Managers typically spend two to three days per week visiting job sites while managing multiple projects. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, approximately 40 to 50 hours per week, with flexibility around family obligations. Travel is primarily regional day trips with compensated travel time and mileage reimbursement. The company provides a cell-phone stipend, a company-provided laptop, and a $200 annual safety/PPE allowance. There is potential for a bonus opportunity and future ESOP participation. The organization is forward-thinking, transitioning to JobTread, Google Workspace, and AI-supported workflows. The culture is collaborative and community-focused, centered on teamwork, client experience, detail, and accountability. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $95000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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