Job Description

Company Description

Founded in 1941, R.C. Mathews Contractor is a family-owned general contractor based in Nashville, TN. R.C. Mathews specializes in high profile construction projects all over middle Tennessee. Our commitment to doing it right the first time has led to a reputation built on results.

At R.C. Mathews Contractor we believe in hiring the best people and giving them the tools and flexibility to be successful in their career. We focus on cultivating a people-first company culture and a level of employee respect that has led to an average employee tenure of 10 years. We have received a Top Workplace Award for each of the last 4 years based on anonymous employee surveys compared against our industry peers.

We are looking for motivated individuals to join our growing team and help us build upon our reputation as Nashville's premier contractor.

Role Description

The PM position will be responsible for overall project success, helping to ensure quality and timely execution of projects. This work can include but is not limited to; scheduling, estimating and takeoff, subcontractor buyout, writing subcontracts, profit projections, field safety reports, project coordination and closeout.

Responsibilities

Project Planning

• Develop full project plans including scope, schedule, budget and procurement strategy
• Coordinate with estimating during preconstruction to ensure accurate scope and pricing
• Identify risks early and prepare mitigation plans

Execution and Oversight

• Drive the project schedule and hold subcontractors accountable to commitments
• Manage daily project activities and resolve issues before they become delays
• Ensure materials, equipment and manpower are aligned with schedule needs
• Maintain strict cost control and track budget vs. actual performance

Team and Stakeholder Management

• Lead project meetings with owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors
• Communicate clearly with field teams and support them in executing work safely and efficiently
• Build strong relationships with clients and represent the company professionally

Quality and Safety

• Enforce contract requirements, specifications and quality standards
• Conduct regular site walks and inspections to ensure compliance
• Support and enforce the project’s safety plan and correct unsafe conditions immediately

Documentation and Reporting

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders and meeting minutes
• Maintain accurate project logs and documentation
• Provide weekly cost and schedule updates to leadership and ownership

Financial Management

• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications
• Forecast project costs and maintain profitability targets
• Identify and pursue opportunities for value engineering and cost savings

Closeout

• Oversee punch list, commissioning, O&M documentation and final turnover
• Ensure timely completion of all contract closeout requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Software: CMiC, Autodesk Build, Sage, GC Pay experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in construction or concrete management, engineering or related field experience
• 5+ years construction experience preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

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