Description

Lead Complex Construction Projects with Precision and Lasting Impact

Well-executed construction projects rely on proactive leadership, strategic planning, and disciplined execution. The Construction Project Manager drives project success by coordinating schedules, mitigating risks, and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams from planning through completion. With direct influence on project delivery and business growth, this role offers a long-term global career with Emapta, designed for top 1% talent seeking meaningful impact, continuous development, and world-class opportunities.

Snapshot

• Employment Type: Indefinite Term Contract
• Work Setup: Onsite, Connecta 26, Colombia
• Shift: Mid Shift, 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Colombian Time, Weekends Off

Benefits

• 5 days work week
• Weekends off
• 20 vacation days in total
• Prepaid medicine
• Fully-customized Emapta laptop and peripherals
• Direct exposure to our clients
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment
• Prime Office Locations - Bogotá and Medellin
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)

Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years in construction project management with direct commercial construction experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, analyze schedules, field progress, risks, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and field operations.
• Able to interpret construction drawings, schedules, scopes of work, and project documentation.

Project Ownership

• Strong experience driving project issues through resolution, preparing client and leadership reports, meeting summaries, and action logs.
• Experience managing construction projects beyond administrative coordination, with accountability for project outcomes and analytical decision-making.

Skills

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent English communication with the ability to ask effective follow-up questions, provide concise project updates, and drive accountability.

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Smartsheet, AI tools, and virtual collaboration platforms (Zoom, Slack, Dropbox).
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Bluebeam Revu, SiteCam, or similar construction management/documentation tools; Procore is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Project Analysis & Oversight

• Review project status, schedules, documentation, and field progress to identify risks, delays, gaps, and required actions.
• Verify progress against plans, clarify project updates, and escalate critical issues with recommendations.

Schedule & Planning

• Maintain project schedules and look-ahead plans in Smartsheet or similar tools.
• Identify scheduling conflicts, resource constraints, and missing requirements while ensuring materials, approvals, subcontractors, and manpower are ready.

Follow-Up & Accountability

• Track action items, decisions, and deadlines through completion.
• Coordinate with project teams, verify updates, document follow-ups, and escalate unresolved issues.

Field Documentation

• Review project photos, videos, and daily reports to validate completed work.
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and supports reporting, billing, and project records.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare weekly client and leadership reports covering progress, schedules, risks, key decisions, and upcoming work.
• Lead or participate in project meetings, distribute action items, and maintain consistent communication across stakeholders.
• Risk, Procurement & Change Management
• Monitor project risks, RFIs, submittals, procurement, long-lead materials, inspections, and change orders.
• Track schedule impacts and resolve issues before they affect project delivery.

AI & Process Improvement

• Use approved AI and automation tools to streamline reporting, schedule reviews, documentation, and follow-ups.
• Develop templates, dashboards, workflows, and SOPs while ensuring AI accuracy and data confidentiality.

Key Deliverables

• Deliver accurate reports and maintain up-to-date project schedules.
• Proactively identify risks, schedule conflicts, documentation gaps, and procurement issues.
• Ensure timely completion of action items and compliance with project documentation.
• Improve project visibility, team coordination, and operational efficiency through AI and process improvements.

About the Client

Our client is a highly respected U.S.-based commercial construction company known for delivering complex projects through innovation, precision, and exceptional problem-solving. Backed by decades of combined industry expertise, the organization has earned a strong reputation for transforming challenging construction requirements into high-quality results across diverse sectors. By combining advanced technology, value-driven engineering, and collaborative project execution, the company consistently delivers safe, efficient, and lasting solutions while continuing to expand its impact across the commercial construction industry.

Join the Top 1% Talent. A Better Career. A Better Life.

Join Emapta Latam and contribute to our legacy of transforming global outsourcing. Since 2010, Emapta has pioneered personalized outsourcing solutions, empowering businesses to thrive with bespoke teams and seamless integration. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. With over 1,200 clients worldwide and a team of more than 12,000 talented professionals, Emapta continues to set new standards in the industry.

Apply now to be part of our success story in Colombia, where your skills are valued, and your career ambitions are supported.
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