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Schneider

Project Manager

Litchfield Park, AZ · On-site

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE * Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety ... Project management skills, ability to anticipate problems, and recommend solutions.

Now100

Sr. IT Project Manager

Huntingdon Valley, PA · Hybrid

$128K - $129K/yr

Employee will be working with employees, customers and management, often spinning multiple plates at once * Math and Budgeting: Project managers are expected to keep and maintain a budget on almost ...

SeamonWhiteside

Project Engineer

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

This position will continue to seek mentorship from Civil Engineering Team Leaders to strengthen project, employee, and client management skill sets. About Us Since the company's beginning in 1985 ...

SeamonWhiteside

Project Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

This position will continue to seek mentorship from Civil Engineering Team Leaders to strengthen project, employee, and client management skill sets. About Us: Since the company's beginning in 1985 ...

SeamonWhiteside

Project Engineer

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

This position will continue to seek mentorship from Civil Engineering Team Leaders to strengthen project, employee, and client management skill sets. About Us Since the company's beginning in 1985 ...

Now100

Sr. IT Project Manager

Huntingdon Valley, PA · On-site +1

$128K - $129K/yr

Employee will be working with employees, customers and management, often spinning multiple plates at once * Math and Budgeting: Project managers are expected to keep and maintain a budget on almost ...

SeamonWhiteside

Civil Engineering Project Manager

Columbia, SC · On-site

$78K - $105K/yr

This position will continue to seek mentorship from Civil Engineering Team Leaders to strengthen project, employee and client management skill sets. About Us Since the company's beginning in 1985, we ...

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How much do project employee jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for project employee in the United States is $107,124.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Employee vs Contract Worker?

AspectProject EmployeeContract Worker
CredentialsTypically requires company-specific onboarding, sometimes certifications related to the projectMay need specific certifications, but often hired based on skills for a limited period
Work EnvironmentIntegrated into the company's team, working on ongoing projectsWorks independently or remotely, often on a short-term basis
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed directly by the company for project-based rolesHired through staffing agencies or as independent contractors

In summary, a Project Employee is typically a full-time or part-time staff member working directly within a company's project team, often with company-specific onboarding. A Contract Worker is usually hired for a specific task or project duration, often through an agency, and may work independently or remotely. The choice depends on the project's needs and duration.

What is the role of a project employee?

A project employee supports specific projects within an organization by performing tasks such as data collection, analysis, reporting, and assisting with project coordination. They often work under the supervision of project managers and may need skills in communication, organization, and relevant tools like project management software. Their role is to help ensure project objectives are met on time and within scope.

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Infographic showing various Project Employee job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,124 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Project Manager

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Orion Group Holdings, Inc.
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the project superintendent to manage labor, equipment, subcontractors, and material suppliers.

  • Create and maintain the project schedule, monitor critical path dates, and review milestone schedules.

  • Manage change orders, RFPs, and ensure project safety, quality, and adherence to budget and schedule.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is accountable for multiple projects and has primary responsibility and accountability for the financial, schedule, quality, and safety objectives for the projects under their supervision. Primary responsibilities include contract administration, scheduling, planning, cost control and coordination with jobsite supervision to ensure that projects are constructed safely in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Coordinates with Superintendent regarding schedule, labor, equipment, subcontractors, material suppliers and construction means and methods to achieve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
The Project Manager is also responsible for building effective relationships and problem solving with the project team members, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors. This position is office and field based with some travel to job sites and client meetings.
The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of the Company, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork (each of equal weight and importance) but, most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensures that the project is performed safely while meeting the budget, schedule, quality standards and design specifications.
  • Completes project billings in a timely manner.
  • Coordinates with Project superintendent managing labor, equipment, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
  • Manages pre-job planning and is responsible to organize pre-job turnover & planning meetings.
  • Creates and maintains project schedule, monitors and reviews critical path dates and milestone schedules.
  • Coordinates with project engineer (PE) to maintain plans and RFIs for PlanGrid.
  • Acts as an interface between the company and the general contractor.
  • Establishes project budgets based on company policy.
  • Maintains Quality Control on assigned project.
  • Coordinates with the project superintendent the activities of subs and suppliers.
  • Manages change orders and RFPs.
  • Prepares Subcontracts and Purchase Orders with appropriate support and oversight.
  • Ensures that foremen and superintendents understand all subcontracts and purchase orders.
  • Is responsible for all written submittals, project reviews and problem resolution with the general contractor, subcontractors & suppliers.
  • Maintains a positive professional working relationship with general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Proactively identifies cost and schedule related issues to the Superintendent and Operations Manager.
  • Verifies and approves invoices from vendors.
  • Provides job progress reports.
  • Performs job close-out and furnishes final cost and labor productions to estimating department.
  • Provides assistance to the estimating department as needed.
  • Manages and trains Project Engineers assigned to the project.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
  • Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
  • Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
  • Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
  • Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
  • Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
  • Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
  • All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A minimum (5) years of experience is required. BS Degree in Construction Management required or related discipline and field experience in light commercial concrete construction, or equivalent work experience required. Knowledge of Project Management, Scheduling & Experience in estimating.
The incumbent must have:
  • Project management skills, ability to anticipate problems, and recommend solutions.
  • Organizational, time management, and prioritization skills to effectively manage projects.
  • Ability to train, provide guidance, and coach project engineers.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and communication skills with the ability to effectively relate to coworkers and clients at all levels.
  • High level of analytical ability to review financials and for project efficiency.
  • Critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), Outlook, Adobe, and industry related software.
  • Ability to perform in high-stress situations and under tight deadlines.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to establish relationships.
  • Negotiation skills for contracts, subcontracts, and client relations.
  • Ability to mediate grievances, offer solutions, and manage relationships between the field and general contractor.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

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