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Project Manager - Design and Construction

Nooks
Location
West Coast based
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Physical
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7–10 years of project management in construction and architecture
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating drawing sets across SD, DD, and CD phases
  • Experience managing contractors and vendors, including RFIs, submittals, and change orders
  • Working knowledge of permitting and approvals processes
  • Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g., Procore), Google Workspace, and industry-standard drawing-review software
Nice to have
  • Experience in a high-growth or startup environment
  • Proximity to a major airport
  • Active security clearance
What the job really is

In this role, you will lead the delivery of classified physical spaces from design to construction, ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors, manage project documentation, and oversee construction execution while maintaining quality standards. The position involves significant collaboration across teams and requires travel to project sites up to 50% of the time.

Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant travel (up to 50%) to project sites
  • Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Requires managing multiple stakeholders and maintaining alignment under pressure
Job score2.8/5
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Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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