Construction manager jobs in Melrose, MA - 691 jobs

What We Do: SMK Services, Inc. (SMK) is a Construction Management and Engineering services consultancy based in Belmont, Massachusetts. Our clients include public agencies, professional engineering firms, general contractors, and subcontractors. We provide services in Project Management, Construction Build Strategy, Scheduling, Engineering Support, Construction Estimating, Claims Analysis and Field Services. With a growing client base and an expanding range of services, SMK is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our team in the Greater Boston Area. Company Culture: SMK is an exciting, collaborative, supportive environment where we take pride in the work we do and celebrate our collective success. We cultivate a strong sense of community, one where colleagues' voices are valued, growth is encouraged, and leadership remains open and accessible. As our firm continues to expand, the successful candidate will help shape and strengthen SMK's culture alongside us. Opportunities for Growth: SMK is a growing business that is continually evolving, creating meaningful opportunities for employees to grow alongside the company and advance their careers. We actively encourage and support colleagues in developing their careers in areas of the business and industry that align with their interests and passions. SMK offers ongoing professional development opportunities to broaden employee knowledge and ensure our team stays current with the latest industry practices and innovations. Why SMK SMK is intentionally built as a close-knit, highly collaborative team where people genuinely know, trust, and support one another. Our size allows for real relationships, open communication, and a workplace where individual contributions are visible and valued. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, engaging, and supportive environment, one where experienced professionals can do their best work without bureaucracy or being lost in the crowd. Leadership is hands-on and accessible, collaboration is the norm, and we care deeply about both the quality of our work and the well-being of our team. At SMK, you're not just filling a role, you're joining a group of professionals who respect each other's expertise, enjoy working together, and are committed to growing the firm thoughtfully and sustainably. The Role: SMK is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to coordinate and supervise a diverse portfolio of contracts, primarily in the infrastructure field (highway/bridge or transit). The ideal candidate should have experience in Civil and Structural construction projects as well as having experience in general construction methodologies, disciplines and procedures. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional with a strong background in civil and structural infrastructure projects who excels in a client-facing, consulting-oriented environment. They possess the ability to clearly visualize construction sequencing and phasing and to lead the development of thoughtful, practical build strategies that balance feasibility, risk, schedule, and cost. They are comfortable managing project-level internal teams that may include estimators, schedulers, and assistant project managers, providing direction and coordination to ensure project objectives are executed efficiently and consistently. This individual can bring together work from different team members into clear, consistent deliverables. The ideal candidate brings strong written communication skills and is experienced in independently authoring professional reports, technical memoranda, and narratives. They are equally adept at reviewing and quality-controlling the work of others, ensuring analytical rigor, clarity, and consistency before deliverables are issued to clients. Highly organized and analytical, this individual can manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail. They communicate clearly and confidently, exercise sound professional judgment, and are comfortable representing SMK in discussions related to constructability, scheduling, cost, and risk. They value collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement and are motivated by contributing to a close-knit, high-performing team. Adaptable and proactive, the ideal candidate is willing to step beyond their core responsibilities when needed to support colleagues, strengthen client relationships, and help grow the firm. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including: Conducting site visits to enforce project requirements while recording project progress and assisting in the resolution of field issues. Preparing and reviewing submittals, RFIs and other official project correspondence. Attending and leading project issues, progress and change order negotiation meetings. Performing reviews of design documents for: (1) Compliance with project requirements; (2) Interdisciplinary coordination; (3) Analysis of conceptual feasibility and review for fatal flaws. Reviewing design plans and specifications to: (1) Propose means and methods build strategies with phasing and sequencing in report format; (2) Evaluate constructability, risk, delay, and cost overrun mitigation. Ability to develop and manage the development of: (1) Construction cost estimates; (2) Claim reviews and performing change order analysis; (3) Schedules using Primavera P6 and phasing methodology for construction activities; (4) Reviews on contractor schedule updates, time impact analyses and recovery efforts while proposing solutions to scheduling issues. Performing and presenting Risk Assessments and Value Engineering studies. Monitoring and tracking SMK project budgets. Assisting in the development and preparation of scope and fee proposals to clients. Supervising and mentoring entry level project management staff. Key Attributes: Strong, intuitive understanding of construction principles, sequencing, and contractor means and methods. Ability to read, understand and interpret design drawings, specifications, and schedules. Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills. Demonstrated proficiency in independently authoring clear, well-structured analytical reports and narratives. Ability to think critically and think of solutions to complex problems in a dynamic environment. Sound judgment and confidence when engaging directly with clients. Ability to manage priorities and handle multiple tasks at once. Willingness to assist with other non-project management tasks as needed. Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 7+ years of Project Management related experience in the civil heavy construction/transportation field. 5+ years experience with concrete placement, earth support systems, deep foundation construction, marine construction, structural steel erection, structural demolition, highway construction, drainage system construction, Interstate Highway traffic controls, environmental protection systems and field survey/layout. Required proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office 365 . Experience with HCSS, Bid2Win, and/or Estimating Link Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. Authorization to work in the United States. Additional Employment Information: Full-time salaried position. Annual starting salary of $120,000 to $160,000, dependent on experience. Paid Time Off. Eleven days of holiday pay. Generous retirement plan contribution. Paid office parking. Cell phone allowance. Medical and dental insurance. Hybrid work structure with remote and in-office days based on workload, collaboration needs, client meetings, training, and experience level. Primary work location is office-based, with occasional site visits throughout New England. Note to Applicants This role requires significant experience in Civil (Heavy) Construction field, with Transportation experience preferred. We encourage applicants who closely match the qualifications outlined above to apply. Candidates whose experience does not align with the requirements will not be considered at this time. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: SMK provides equal employment opportunity in employment and advancement for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran and persons with a disability, at all employment levels, including the executive level. We do not and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran and persons with a disability for any position for which the applicant or employee is qualified. Such affirmative action shall apply to all employment practices, including, but not limited to hiring, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment, recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship and on-the-job training.