Construction Project Manager

PAY RANGE: $100,000–$150,000, depending on experience in multi-family or commercial construction

THE COMPANY: Real Equity Management (REM) is a privately held design-build and property management firm headquartered in Columbia, Missouri. For more than two decades, we’ve met community needs by developing a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential real estate across the Midwest. Our experience includes delivering high-quality multi-family housing, market-rate apartments, commercial buildings, mixed-use developments, retail centers, hotels, and restaurants. As we continue expanding our footprint, REM currently has multiple ground-up construction projects under way and in development. We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead the successful execution of new multi-family and commercial real estate developments.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER OVERVIEW: The Construction Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of multi-family and commercial construction projects, overseeing everything from pre-construction through closeout. This is a hands-on role responsible for all aspects of project planning, budgeting, bidding, subcontractor selection, contract negotiation, scheduling, and on-site execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing ground-up construction projects, a strong understanding of trade coordination and construction sequencing, and the ability to independently handle bidding and subcontractor procurement. This role requires a proactive, organized leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all phases of multi-family and commercial construction projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution.
• Drive projects to successful completion on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Lead the bidding, estimating, and selection of subcontractors, ensuring competitive pricing and quality performance.
• Negotiate contracts and manage subcontractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and internal safety protocols across job sites.
• Provide daily oversight, support, and leadership to field Superintendents.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, municipal officials, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Identify and proactively resolve project challenges to maintain schedules and budget adherence.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS:

• PREFERRED; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• REQUIRED; Experience managing ground up construction projects.
• REQUIRED; Experience with large scale multi-family or commercial construction projects
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex construction projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across internal and external teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and construction management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, PlanGrid, Bluebeam).
• Ability to operate a vehicle, climb ladders and stairs, lift over 50lbs, and be present on active construction sites.