Project Manager, Entry Level

ARCO • Nashville, TN • 1h ago

ABOUT YOU

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? Are you looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career trajectory and collaborate with the best and brightest in the industry? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. This role is for Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and those in construction management looking for development and that next step in their career on the PM path. Project Managers at ARCO have complete responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, and taking projects from design to completion. Each Project Manager has full profit and performance responsibility for his or her projects and unlimited growth potential.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of the project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout

Work closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budget

Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & fees

Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendors

Identify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or schedule

Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan

Lead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issues

Lead weekly/bi-weekly OAC meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with client

Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

BS in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

1-5 years of construction management or engineering design and management experience (APMs, PEs, and Engineers welcome to apply)

Previous experience leading ground-up or large TIs for commercial, light industrial, energy, hospitality, multifamily and community living, or entertainment construction projects is preferred

Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, Procore and Microsoft Project

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement for associates

Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child

1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel

1-week paid volunteer leave each year

100% charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

Paid parental leave

Yearly project Bonuses

Relocation assistance as needed

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country - constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO's Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets

ARCO

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

Account Manager

Driveline • Goodlettsville, TN • 3h ago

Management & Administrative

Account Manager Date Posted: 08/28/2026 Apply ( https://auto-scheduler.com/drivelinecareers/index.php/Contact/index/1767749 ) Employee Type: Full Time Location: Goodlettesville, TN Pay Rate: $60000 / year Date Posted: 08...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Staffing Account Manager

CAI • Nashville, TN • 3h ago

Management & Administrative

Staffing Account Manager Req number: R8428 Employment @type: Full time Worksite flexibility: Remote Who we are CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Licensed Land Surveyor / Surveying Manager

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. • Franklin, TN • 3h ago

Management & Administrative

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and re...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Equipment Operations Manager

HCA Healthcare • Nashville, TN • 6h ago

Management & Administrative

This position is incentive eligible. Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful,...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Governance & Operations Manager

Deloitte • Hermitage, TN • 7h ago

Management & Administrative

Governance & Operations Manager If you're a marketer, creative, communicator, storyteller, or strategist, our unique blend of talented pros needs one more ingredient: you. Deloitte's full-service Marketing, Brand &am...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Governance & Operations Manager

Deloitte • Nashville, TN • 7h ago

Management & Administrative

7h ago

Go to Apply

Animal Care and Control Administrative Assistant

Metro Nashville Government • Nashville, TN • 8h ago

Management & Administrative

Animal Care and Control Administrative Assistant Print ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/5462873 ) Apply ? Animal Care and Control Administrative Assistant Salary $53,306.00 Annually Locati...

8h ago

Go to Apply

AI Systems Engineer - Data & State Management - Senior

EY • Nashville, TN • 12h ago

Management & Administrative

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY...

12h ago

Go to Apply

MEAT/MARKET MANAGER ON DECK

Kroger Family of Companies • Nashville, TN • 13h ago

Management & Administrative

Complete a 4-12 week program (internal 4-6, external 8-12) in preparation of being assigned a department manager position. Travel within the division to train and provide relief. Create an outstanding customer experience...

13h ago

Go to Apply

Sr Product Marketing Manager, AI

EBSCO Information Services • Nashville, TN • 13h ago

Management & Administrative

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the research experience of our end...

13h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)