Project Manager (Traveling) | Commercial Construction

Project Manager (Traveling) | Commercial Construction Integrity & Accountability.  Client Satisfaction.  Leadership.  Dedicated Team.     At Michael Kinder & Sons, we’ve been building commercial spaces that inspire and endure for over 133 years. As a trusted name in construction, we’re looking for a proactive and experienced Traveling Project Manager to work on a large project in Huntington, Indiana, with the potential to progress into multiple projects. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing all phases of construction—from pre-construction planning to final closeout—while coordinating teams, maintaining budgets and schedules, and ensuring client satisfaction.    WHAT WE OFFER MKS is a team. We ensure that all team members feel valued by living our Core Values.  In this role, you will be expected to: - Be Transformational - Be Exceptional - Be Accountable - Be Meaningful - Be Safe   Benefits include: - Medical benefits covering 90% of employee premiums and 40% for dependents - Paid vacation and wellness time - Traditional and Roth 401k | 100% match up to 4% | Immediately vested - Education reimbursement for employees, based on qualifications - Business expenses and mileage reimbursement - Career Growth Opportunity                                                                       YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Client & Internal Teamwork  - Act as the main contact for clients, providing updates and resolving daily project issues.  - Work closely with internal teams to keep the project moving smoothly.  - Encourage teamwork through clear communication, accountability, and support.    Schedule Management  - Create and manage detailed project schedules, including key dates and subcontractor timelines.  - Track progress and adjust schedules to avoid delays or handle changes.  - Share schedule updates clearly with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.    Cost Control  - Develop Schedule of Values to generate billings and monitor expenses to stay within budget and find cost-saving opportunities.  - Review financial documents (ex: change orders / invoices / etc.)  to ensure accuracy and control.  - Communicate budget status and financial risks to the Senior PM and project stakeholders regularly.    Safety & Compliance  - Make sure daily safety procedures are followed, including signage and subcontractor compliance.  - Lead regular safety meetings and inspections. Follow up until issues are resolved.  - Clearly communicate safety expectations and report concerns when needed.    Site Management  - Document site activities to ensure safety, productivity, and alignment with project plans.  - Execute OAC meetings to resolve on-site issues and ensure efficient progress.  - Keep accurate records of schedule progress, resources, and daily operations.    Quality Control  - Make sure construction work meets all quality standards, codes, and project requirements.  - Organize and document inspections, testing, and punch lists, and resolve issues quickly.  - Clearly communicate quality expectations to subcontractors and ensure they are followed.  Contract Management  - Prepare and award subcontracts, making sure all terms are clearly communicated.  - Track contract performance and handle changes or updates as needed.  - Work with the Senior PM to resolve disputes and ensure all contract terms are met.  The above job description is general in nature and may not identify all the duties/functions required to complete the day-to-day Project Manager tasks.   MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP - Work collaboratively with your direct reports and other departments to support their efforts in accomplishing personal, departmental and company goals - Maintain your focus in support of MKS vision, mission, and core values - Develop others by delegating responsibility, training, providing performance feedback, and assisting in conflict resolution - Support organizational change by communicating change to the team, problem solving, and maintaining structure NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum Education | Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related degree - Commercial-Industrial Construction and Project Management | 5+yrs - Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods) - Ability to implement and follow Company policies, procedures and standards is essential - Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills required   PREFERRED SKILLS - Experience with Adobe, Bluebeam, Procore & Timberline    JOIN THE FAMILY Michael Kinder and Sons is a fourth-generation family-owned Plan, Design, Build construction firm is proud to be a leader in the design-build construction industry. Innovate Commercial Interiors is a fast-growing furniture sales company.  Allied Commercial Real Estate is a trusted name known for its transparency.  The MKS family of businesses is committed to serving our clients by providing the highest level of services. We are a company that is a rare combination of tradition and transformation. We won’t accept less than the best for all our clients.   Please visit our website to learn more!  Fort Wayne Design Build Firm | Michael Kinder and Sons