--- title: Construction Project Manager at COLUMBIA CONS description: COLUMBIA CONS is hiring for the Construction Project Manager role in North Reading, MA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/construction-project-manager-at-columbiaconst-01a0b3c7-1be2-77d8-a3be-b12e1db16f88 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join COLUMBIA CONS as Construction Project Manager in North Reading, MA. Pays $110K–$160K per year. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/g9yh1a.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | COLUMBIA CONS | | **Location** | North Reading, MA | | **Salary** | $110K/yr - $160K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 13, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for COLUMBIA CONS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for COLUMBIA CONS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $100,000 – $150,000 a year (median $122,000). ## Description **Job Title:** Project Manager **Project Focus** **Locations:** Greater Boston (Downtown, North Shore, South Shore, MetroWest, RI, S. NH) **Office Location:** Downtown Boston or North Reading MA **Department:** Multiple **Who We Are** At **Columbia Construction**, we don’t just build buildings—we build relationships, trust, and excellence into every square foot. For over 100 years, we’ve redefined what it means to be a construction partner by leading with integrity, collaboration, and a hands-on approach. That philosophy lives in **The Columbia Way**: *Do the right thing. Always deliver. Be collaborative. Get better every day. Be all in.* **Position Summary** As a **Project Manager**, you’ll lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout—ensuring every milestone is delivered with precision, safety, and purpose. You'll drive high-performing teams, act as a trusted advisor to our clients, and be a champion of Columbia’s values across every phase of the project lifecycle. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and strong communicator with a desire to work on high-impact, technically complex projects. **Key Responsibilities** **Project Leadership & Execution** - Lead all phases of construction for projects of all sizes (up to and over $30M+), including planning, execution, and turnover. - Direct weekly owner, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings. - Prepare, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules and ensure critical milestones are met. **Client Relationship Management** - Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, owners, architects, and consultants. - Ensure a consistent high level of client satisfaction throughout the life of the project. - Represent Columbia as a client advocate and problem solver at every step. **Financial Oversight & Risk Management** - Manage all financial aspects of the project including budgets, billing, forecasting, and cost-to-complete analysis. - Monitor contractual risk transfer (CRT) to verify scopes, contracts, and insurance compliance. - Own and lead the procurement process across the project team. **Team Development & Mentorship** - Mentor and coach project team members including Assistant PMs, Project Engineers, and Superintendents. - Create an environment of accountability, support, and continuous improvement. - Lead by example and actively drive “The Columbia Way” within your team and across the company. **Required Qualifications** - **3+ years** of experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry. - Deep knowledge of project financials, scheduling, contracts, risk management, and compliance. - Excellent communication and presentation skills—written, verbal, and visual. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, scheduling tools (e.g. MS Project or P6), and project management software. - A collaborative, proactive leadership style that embodies Columbia’s core values. - Ability to travel to project sites, including but not limited to Boston, South Shore, Rhode Island, Southwestern MA, etc. - Ability to work primarily from one of our offices in either downtown Boston or HQ in North Reading MA. **Work Environment & Culture** - Split between office and field work, including walking active jobsites, climbing ladders, and navigating uneven surfaces. - Use of PPE (hard hats, safety glasses, protective clothing) is required on site. - Flexibility to work extended hours, nights, or weekends when needed during key project phases. - We offer a **culture that values balance**—personal and professional. Our teams support each other, share knowledge freely, and celebrate wins together. That’s **The Columbia Way** in action. **Why Join Columbia?** At Columbia, you’re not just another PM—you’re a trusted leader and respected partner. You’ll be surrounded by smart, driven professionals who take pride in what they build, who they build it with, and how they get it done. You’ll help shape iconic spaces—and the lives they impact—for decades to come. **Columbia Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** *Columbia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing agencies, or any other third parties. Any resumes submitted to Columbia or its employees without an agreement in place will be considered the property of Columbia, and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees or placement costs .Third-party vendors interested in working with Columbia must contact recruiting@columbiacc.com to be considered for an approved vendor agreement.* ***All approved vendors must submit candidates directly to Talent Acquisition.*** *Submissions sent to hiring managers or any employee outside of Columbia Talent Acquisition will not be recognized and may disqualify the agency from future partnership consideration*. Columbia Construction is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. 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