Construction Project Manager -Memorial Stadium, Cornhuskers

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead and oversee construction and renovation efforts at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska.

The Project Manager will work closely with the Senior Project Manager, Superintendent, subcontractors, design professionals, and University of Nebraska stakeholders to drive project performance and successfully deliver complex construction activities within a high-profile collegiate stadium environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the overall execution of assigned construction projects and scopes of work, from preconstruction and procurement through construction, turnover, and final closeout.
• Establish and maintain project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and execution strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage project financial performance, including cost forecasting, budget tracking, subcontractor commitments, change management, contingency, and monthly cost reporting.
• Work closely with the Superintendent to establish construction priorities, coordinate field operations, manage subcontractor performance, and maintain schedule accountability.
• Lead the subcontractor procurement and buyout process, including scope reviews, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and subcontractor onboarding.
• Oversee the management and resolution of RFIs, submittals, change orders, potential change orders, claims, and other project documentation.
• Lead project coordination meetings with subcontractors, design professionals, ownership, and internal project teams to drive accountability and resolve outstanding issues.
• Coordinate complex construction activities involving structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building envelope, seating, concourse, and other stadium-related improvements.
• Develop and implement construction execution strategies that account for the logistical challenges of an active stadium and university campus, including football games, athletic events, campus operations, and restricted construction windows.
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with contract documents, specifications, applicable codes, safety requirements, and established quality standards.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and hold trade partners accountable for contractual obligations, schedule commitments, quality, and safety expectations.
• Maintain visibility into field operations through regular jobsite walks, coordination with field supervision, and active engagement with subcontractors.
• Lead project closeout efforts, including inspections, punch lists, commissioning coordination, turnover documentation, warranties, and final project deliverables.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, plus 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial, institutional, industrial, or other large-scale construction projects.
• Experience with project financial management, including budgeting, cost forecasting, change management, and subcontractor buyout.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, and project execution.
• Ability to read, interpret, and manage construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive accountability across project stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working for a large General Contractor managing complex commercial, institutional, higher education, stadium, or sports venue construction projects.
• Experience managing large-scale renovations, additions, or capital improvement projects within occupied facilities.
• Experience with stadiums, arenas, athletic facilities, or other large public assembly venues.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex construction scopes with significant budget and schedule requirements.
• Experience working directly with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and executive-level project stakeholders.
• Knowledge of structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building envelope, and other major construction trades.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or other construction management software platforms.
• Experience with construction scheduling software and project controls.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.