Professional Resume Template for
Construction Project Manager
Derrick J. Vance
Denver, CO
(303) 555-0143
derrick.vance@email.com
linkedin.com/in/derrick-vance | derrickvancepm.com
Professional Summary
Methodical construction project manager with 6 years of experience leading commercial and industrial build-outs valued up to $15M. Technical proficiency includes managing submittals, RFIs, and change orders within Procore, alongside scheduling in Primavera P6. Proven record of delivering projects 5% under budget and reducing subcontractor schedule delays by 18% through critical path method optimization. Competent in OSHA safety compliance, subcontractor contract negotiations, and multi-disciplinary stakeholder alignment.
Work Experience
Construction Project Manager — Summit Crest Builders
Denver, CO | June 2023 – Present
- Supervised construction of a 45,000-square-foot medical office building from ground-up, completing the project 14 days ahead of the 12-month timeline using Primavera P6 scheduling.
- Managed a total project budget of $12M, negotiating contracts with 18 subcontractors to reduce procurement costs by 9% while maintaining strict adherence to architectural quality specifications.
- Administered 120+ RFIs and 45 submittals through Procore, resolving design discrepancies within 48 hours and reducing architectural clarification delays by 22% over the project life cycle.
- Enforced OSHA safety standards across a daily workforce of 35+ tradespeople, resulting in zero recordable incidents and 100% compliance score across 6 external safety inspections.
Assistant Project Manager — Pinnacle Commercial Contractors
Boulder, CO | June 2020 – May 2023
- Coordinated material procurement and delivery schedules for 3 parallel commercial retail renovations valued at $4.5M, reducing supply-chain idle time by 15% through proactive vendor alignment.
- Drafted and processed 30+ scope changes and change orders, recovering $85,000 in out-of-scope work costs and ensuring zero billing disputes with the developer and subcontractors.
- Facilitated weekly progress review meetings with clients, architects, and site superintendents, raising milestone transparency and improving client approval turnarounds by 20%.
- Maintained project documentation, punch lists, and closeout logs, resulting in successful project handovers with 98% of punch list items resolved within 10 days of substantial completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
Purdue University · West Lafayette, IN · 2020
Skills
Stakeholder management, CPM scheduling, Budget forecasting, Subcontractor negotiation, Change order management, OSHA compliance, RFI tracking, Procore, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Contract administration
Projects
Multi-Family Residential Development
Role: Lead Construction Project Manager
Tools: Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam Revu
Managed the construction of a 60-unit residential complex, completing the project 3 weeks early and saving $120,000 in material costs.
Historic Landmark Restoration
Role: Assistant Project Manager
Tools: Procore, Smartsheet, AutoCAD
Coordinated historic masonry restoration and structural reinforcement for a municipal building, meeting 100% of historic preservation guidelines under a strict 8-month timeline.
Certifications
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) (2024)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) (2023)
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (2020)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Professional Working Proficiency)
- Affiliations: Active member of the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
- Availability: 3 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Construction Project Manager
Job Market Insights
$95,000
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$130,000
Avg:
$112,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Construction Project Managers in the United States is projected to grow by 9% over the next decade, driven by increased federal infrastructure investments and the construction of specialized facilities like data centers. As digital tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Procore streamline administrative tasks, managers are expected to focus heavily on cost control, subcontractor coordination, and safety compliance. Strong leadership skills and certifications like CCM or PMP will remain key differentiators in securing premium roles.
9% growth over 10 years
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