Project Manager

About the Company & Role:

Soave Enterprises holds interests in a diversified portfolio of companies, specializing in identifying and growing business potential across Southeast Michigan and nationwide. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Field Operations - Project Manager to oversee active site development, infrastructure, and construction workflows for our flagship land development projects in Brambleton, VA.

This dynamic, on site role requires early morning availability (6:00 AM start) to lead daily safety meetings, coordinate field activities, manage contractor tickets, and ensure strict adherence to project schedules and budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Execution & Oversight: Coordinate and participate in preconstruction meetings, lot walks, geotechnical/special inspections, utility coordination, and construction stakeouts.

Site Inspections & Daily Logs: Conduct routine site inspections to monitor progress, verify completed work, document deficiencies, and maintain detailed daily field logs (weather, workforce, equipment).

Contractor & Ticket Management: Review and approve contractor daily work tickets to verify labor, equipment, and material accuracy against project contracts.

Cost & Budget Control: Track labor/material costs, review/approve subcontractor invoices, and manage change order documentation and negotiations.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with OSHA, VDOT, local, state, and federal regulations. Facilitate initial bond release inspections and punch list completions.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Proactively liaise with builders, contractors, consultants, surveyors, and internal teams to resolve field issues and maintain site control.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years of experience managing land development field operations for commercial, residential, or mixed-use projects.

Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of the land development lifecycle, construction contracts, budgeting, scheduling, and ability to read complex construction plans/drawings.

Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with construction management and scheduling software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera.

Core Competencies: Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, risk mitigation, and cross-functional communication abilities.

Physical & Work Environment: Ability to work on-site in Brambleton, VA, with early morning availability (6:00 AM start). Regularly walk uneven terrain, climb stairs/ladders, and wear required PPE (hard hats, safety boots, high-vis vests).

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road