New

Project Manager

Vaco
$125,000.00 - $175,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Tennessee, Franklin
Mar 17, 2026
Our client is a premier general contracting firm with offices in AL and TN along with 50+ years of experience providing results! Their services include construction management, general contracting, design build, project delivery and program management and they have completed over four thousand projects in over 30 states across the nation. They have a stellar reputation which includes repeat business amongst 90%+ of their clients and a tremendous retention ratio of their employees. Their clients span across many different industries including commercial, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, education and multifamily. Currently, they are looking to add another Project Manager with experience working on projects in the healthcare sector who can work out of their office in Nashville. Responsibilities: Reviews project documents (RFP, Plans, and Specifications) and assists pre-construction team with estimating strategy and implementation. Identifies risk and constructability concerns from review of project bid documents. Ability to lead the procurement effort and define buyout packages and strategy; makes proper subcontractor awards in negotiations. Integrally involved in design phase as applicable to identify changes from base bid documents and provide overall guidance to maintain project goals and objectives. Accurately prices general conditions. Establishes occupancy and turnover process for the project; manages in coordination with superintendent. Ability to obtain design and consult information to satisfy schedule requirements. Coordinates with project team to define project logistics and subcontractor mobilizations; ensures and oversees that logistics plan and schedules are completed. Works closely with superintendent to monitor work progress and make corrections as necessary to facilitate changes and field conditions. Establishes and conducts transition and preconstruction start-up meetings. Ensures all permits are in place in coordination with superintendent. Anticipates and recognizes problems and helps plan ahead for such; ability to adapt and adjust project planning as needed including schedule, logistics, and occupancy. Serves as the overall team planner for all project specific needs. Oversees show drawings, submittals, and material deliveries to meet schedule. Establishes procurement schedule to meet construction project schedule and buys and manages accordingly. Expedites the work of all subcontractors as needed; works with superintendents to ensure conformance to schedule. Understands the impact of changes on the schedule and obtains necessary time, adjusting overall schedule as needed; understands methods to overcome scheduling obstacles and delays; can re-sequence schedules to meet overall master schedule and end dates. Identifies creative approaches to reduce overall project schedule; understands key drivers and critical impacts. Proactively forecasts and evaluates project schedule and makes resources adjustments as needed using past experience as cross check. Works with superintendent and safety manager to establish, monitor, and manage necessary project safety controls. Working knowledge of building life safety codes. Overall safety culture leader (along with the superintendent), and takes any and all measures necessary to ensure project meets safety program established as well as spirit of Building Group culture. Establishes the QA/QC program for the project and any necessary controls with the superintendent; can solve complex QA/QC issues and develop solutions needed; works with the superintendent to ensure overall compliance and resolve field issues. Ensures testing and inspection correction measures are performed. Ensures punch list is complete. Requirements: Bachelor's degree, preferably in Construction Science, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management 5+ years of experience in construction project management Experience working on projects in the healthcare industry Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office, scheduling software, internet, and project management software Knowledge of industry trends, innovations, market, and geography; Knowledge of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards Highly skilled in communication, public relations, organization, teamwork, accuracy, attention to detail, time management, conflict resolution, cost management, training, forecasting, and management of others. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. 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