Construction Project Manager

At Zernco, we put people first—employee and client satisfaction always come before profit. We believe strong relationships are the foundation of every successful project, and doing the right thing is non-negotiable. By upholding high ethical standards and never accepting mediocrity, we’ve become a trusted commercial contractor for nationally recognized brands across the Midwest and beyond.

We’re growing and looking to add a Project Manager to our team—someone experienced in fast-paced, quality-focused commercial construction, particularly in the convenience store, retail, or restaurant sectors is highly desired.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Regularly working in the office Monday–Friday
• Travel nationwide up to 25% for site visits, pre-construction meetings, client walks, and safety audits
• Review subcontractor bids, job costs, invoices, and receipts for accuracy
• Maintain and update project schedules, coordinating changes with field and leadership teams
• Lead pre-construction, progress, and post-construction meetings with clients and superintendents
• Support field teams with material and equipment coordination
• Participate in project hand-offs and post-project reviews to enhance operations and client satisfaction
• Maintain organized project documentation, both paper and digital
• Assist Superintendents with overseeing subcontractors and field staff performance
• Ensure subcontractors have clear scopes, schedules, and the required documentation before starting
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors

What were looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred; experience considered in lieu of degree
• 3+ years of field experience in commercial construction
• Project Management experience in fast paced commercial ground-up and remodel projects ranging between $1–$3M and 3-6 month schedules highly desired. Experience in Restaurant, Retail, and Convenience store management highly desired
• Valid driver’s license required
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred
• Strong working knowledge of construction materials, methods, building codes, and safety procedures
• Able to read blueprints, technical reports, and specifications

Benefits:

• Afforable Employee Health Insurance with permiums starting as low as $10 per month. Dependent coverage available at employee cost.
• Dental / Vision plans offered
• Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance – 100% paid by company
• 401(k) Match
• Voluntary insurance options: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Technology Allowance
• Vehicle Allowance

Perks:

• ZBucks – redeem for branded swag, tools, or technology relevant to your job
• Referral Bonuses
• Quarterly & Annual Recognition Awards
• Milestone Anniversary Gifts
• Employee and Client Gifting – celebrating wins and relationships
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities