Project Manager

Project ManagerLocation: Indianapolis, INWe are seeking experienced Construction Project Managers for commercial, mixed-use, multifamily, K-12 and higher education projects.

Position summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Reporting directly to the Owners, this role works with appropriate oversight and direction to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. The Project Manager coordinates owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal team members — including collaboration with the Construction Coordinator on documentation and project closeout — to produce results that reflect Stenz’s standards for craftsmanship, professionalism, and client satisfactionCORE

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & DeliveryManage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout with appropriate direction and oversight from ownership, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirementsManage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining consistent communication, documentation, and follow-through across all active workCoordinate the efforts of all project participants including owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and tradesmen throughout the project lifecycleMonitor and control construction through regular collaboration with project superintendents to ensure projects are built to all requirements, on schedule, and within budgetEscalate project issues, risks, and decisions to ownership in a timely and organized manner; implement direction provided and follow through on corrective actionsPreconstruction & Estimating Collaborate with designers, owners, and project stakeholders during preconstruction to develop construction documents suitable for construction execution and competitive biddingPrepare and review conceptual budgets, quantity takeoffs, and hard bids; ensure all scope items are captured and scope gaps are identified prior to contract awardParticipate in bid reviews and value engineering exercises to optimize project cost and constructabilityIdentify constructability issues early in design and communicate recommendations to the design team and ownership Contract & Subcontractor ManagementNegotiate, award, and write subcontracts; ensure subcontract scope aligns with the prime contract and project requirementsMonitor subcontractor performance for quality, schedule, and compliance; address deficiencies promptly and document all corrective actionsMaintain and manage subcontractor qualifications, insurance certificates, and compliance documentation throughout the project Schedule ManagementDevelop and maintain project schedules using Procore; update schedules regularly and communicate changes to all relevant stakeholdersEstablish work priorities and milestone accountability with project superintendent teams. Identify schedule risks proactively and develop recovery plans to protect the critical path when variances occur Budget & Financial Management Track and manage project budgets in real time; maintain accurate cost reports and provide regular financial updates to leadershipReview, prepare, and track change orders; ensure all changes are authorized, documented, and incorporated into the project cost reportPrepare owner pay applications accurately and submit on or before established submission dates; ensure all pay application backup is completeDevelop and track submittals, RFIs, and cost reports throughout the project lifecycle Safety & Quality Compliance Ensure full compliance with company and OSHA safety standards across all managed projects; conduct or facilitate regular job site safety inspectionsMaintain and enforce quality control standards throughout construction; identify deficiencies and hold the project team accountable to correctionsEnsure all required permits, inspections, and jurisdictional approvals are obtained