Creative Project Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

About the Job:
We are seeking a driven Project Manager to lead all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. This role oversees schedules, budgets, contracts, and daily operations while collaborating closely with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality results and exceptional client satisfaction. This is a full-time position based in Rochester, NY.

Overview:

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of assigned construction projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and project objectives. This role also provides leadership and support to project staff to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage daily project operations, resolving issues proactively to maintain progress.
• Drive customer satisfaction by exceeding expectations across stakeholders—owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Manage and schedule project staff across corporate divisions to ensure efficient execution.
• Monitor and ensure effective project management and operational performance.
• Maintain project profitability by managing budgets, schedules, and performance using corporate SOPs.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and support to Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and other team members.
• Procure and manage contracts, subcontractors, vendors, materials, equipment, and labor for project execution.
• Develop and manage project budgets and financial schedules of values.
• Prepare and submit monthly payment applications; track and report all project costs; code all invoices accurately.
• Create and maintain project schedules using Primavera Oracle, following company standards.
• Submit and track RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and as-built documentation.
• Maintain and update drawings and project files within Procore.
• Oversee project closeout processes and ensure timely submission of required documentation.
• Lead monthly project reviews, safety training reports, and master schedule updates.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to lead and manage multiple construction projects simultaneously while actively participating in business development and procurement activities.
• Demonstrated ownership of project outcomes, with a strong focus on maintaining adherence to project schedules and budgets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with contractors, clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• In-depth knowledge of construction documents, blueprints, and specifications, as well as a comprehensive understanding of applicable local building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing project conditions, priorities, and unforeseen challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Project management experience preferred.

Work Environment:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in construction or a related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in wood frame multi-family projects preferred.
• OSHA 10 preferred.

Christa Construction LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. If accommodation is needed, please contact us.