Construction Project Manager

Who is Greystone Construction?

Established in 1987, Greystone Construction is a versatile general contractor serving commercial, industrial, agribusiness, municipal, multifamily, and senior housing clients across the United States. Our headquarters are located in Shakopee, Minnesota with additional offices in Georgetown, Texas; Bismarck, North Dakota; and Spirit Lake, Iowa. Greystone has completed projects in 39 states and counting.

Our reputation for safety, integrity, and construction excellence has earned us partnerships with some of the best companies in the markets we serve. Consistently delivering quality and building lasting relationships are the foundation of our success.

At Greystone, every team member is a leader. We empower our people to act with purpose and deliver results that exceed expectations. Guided by our shared values and vision, we pursue limitless potential in people and places, striving to make a positive impact on every project, every client, and every community we serve.

Summary 

In general, the Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of a project including sales, estimating, permitting, programming, design and construction itself. The Project Manager must have extensive experience and a deep understanding of each phase of the design and construction process and a strong ability to create and manage the overall project budget.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership / Management  

• Create project estimates, proposals, schedule and budgets 

• Track and control construction schedule and project costs to achieve completion of project within time and project budget 

• Negotiate contracts and change orders with customers and subcontractors 

• Ensure production activities are optimized to project schedule, cost effectiveness, safety, ease of operations, and profits 

• Job cost accounting as required to manage the budget, track expenses and minimize exposure and risk in the project 

• Conduct project management meetings to provide clear communication between all stakeholders and assign tasks and responsibility of completion 

• Coordinate the efforts of all parties involved in the project, which includes the architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors and labor force, to ensure work complies with standards and meets contract requirements 

• Must be able to work professionally with clients, vendors, employees, managers and supervisors  

• Work with government authorities in obtaining all necessary project permits, licenses, variances and other land development processes 

• Enforce all Company safety policies, OSHA policies and other applicable safety standards 

• Keep informed on current construction means, methods and procedures and work with Field Superintendents to implement procedures to improve production standards 

• Perform additional tasks as requested by management 

Relationship Management

• Build long lasting relationships with customers that are built upon trust and delivering results 

• Developing and maintaining strategic relationships and networks with key industry leaders, including business, corporate, government, and A & E firms 

Technology 

• Utilize appropriate business software including Procore, Blue Beam, Timberline, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Outlook     

Technical

• Must be able to interpret architectural plans and shop drawings, land surveys, engineering reports and analyses.  Must have working knowledge of project scheduling techniques 

• Must have knowledge of various prime contracts and subcontracts utilized by Greystone Construction Company 

• Must manage project start up and close-out procedures 

•  Ability to determine and satisfy the customer’s insurance coverage and certification requirements 

• Work to improve personal, technical and supervisory skills through continuing education, training or participation in professional organizations 

Prospecting / Business Development

• Promote Company through involvement in community or civic organizations that will expand network  

• Attend trade and business development functions to increase visibility, and generate leads 

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited college or university 

• 2-50years of experience as a Project Manager  

• Experience with a design/build general contractor who self-performs concrete, masonry, carpentry and/or pre-engineered building construction is preferred 

• Ability to manage multiple projects ranging from $2M to $15M through various delivery methods including Design/Build, GC, CM, CMAR, and Cost Plus. 

• Results-orientated with proven ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines 

• Able to apply sound judgment and problem solving skills to complex projects and business challenges 

• Solid reputation for building excellent relationships with internal and external customers 

• Preferably has existing network of established relationships with prospective clients in the markets that Greystone serves 

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; communicates effectively with management, employees, customers, and vendors   

• High level of motivation, integrity, and commitment to team and customers  

• Strong work ethic, decisive, ambitious, with an unwavering commitment to quality and professional work.  

Working Environment / Physical Requirements 

• Sitting, standing, walking un-even surfaces, climbing, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and occasionally lifting up to 80 lbs 

• Must be capable of working on job sites where temperatures and noise level can fluctuate, and the ability to see, hear, and verbally communicate with co-workers and vendors as needed 

• Must have near visual acuity to review written documentation 

• Ability to wear job required Personal Protective Equipment 

Our total rewards 

• Up to 100% company paid health insurance for our team members.   

• Safety training and professional development opportunities.   

• Annual discretionary profit-sharing contribution to the 401k.   

• 401(k) match 25% of employee contribution up to 8% of your annual wages.   

Why Greystone

• We value Safety, Teamwork, Relationships, Integrity, Versatility, and Excellence—the foundation of how we think and act every day.
• We exist to build greatness and pursue limitless potential in people and places, striving to be the most trusted partner with top talent committed to excellence while building a legacy of positive impact.
• We live by the Greystone Way: Build it like you own it. Safety matters because YOU matter. Plan to win. Do the right thing. Build with intention. Finish strong.
• We are a growth company, using technology, data, and innovation to continuously improve while expanding our markets and nurturing lasting relationships.
• Our team is our foundation. We’re proud of our work, we embrace feedback, and we know that projects sell projects—our success comes from doing the job right and celebrating it together.
• We are customer-focused and community-minded, guided by trust, quality, and partnership.
• We’re an employer of choice—committed to professional and personal growth through our total rewards philosophy, encompassing competitive pay, benefits, work-life balance, recognition, and career development.

Equal Opportunity Employer (It is my understanding that now that we are a Federal contractor / subcontractor, we need to identify ourselves as such in our EEO statement. I’m not an expert, but I think the following still lists all the protected statuses per Federal and Minnesota state laws.)

As a federal contractor, Greystone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital or familial status, public assistance status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 

• Know your Rights (EEOC) 

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) 

Greystone Construction does not accept recruiting agency solicitations.