Project Manager – Commercial Construction

About the role

Cedar Valley Steel, a locally owned commercial steel contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects from award through closeout within an 80‑mile radius of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Key responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from kickoff through closeout, including pay applications, RFIs, submittals, and change order negotiations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, logistics, budgets, quality, and overall performance.
• Coordinate communication with field operations, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams.
• Partner closely with the Project Superintendent and lead project closeout activities such as punch lists and final documentation.

Required profile

• Proven project management experience in commercial construction, handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and documents.
• Strong organizational, planning, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Self‑motivated, accountable, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with construction or project management software (preferred).

What we offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Company‑provided truck and cell phone.
• Stable, locally owned company with a collaborative, team‑oriented culture.