Principal Construction Project Manager

About the role

Who we are Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress. Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that. Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive. This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale. We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life. If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us. What you’ll do • Plan, coordinate, and execute multiple concurrent construction projects from preconstruction and permitting through closeout. You’ll run some hands-on and lead PMs and APMs through the rest, with full ownership of every outcome. You’ll deliver ahead of schedule and below budget while meeting building codes, plans, and specifications. • Assess new sites for technical feasibility, infrastructure capacity, and unforeseen costs, and provide early estimates to support site selection. • Review design sets for constructability and coordination. You’ll catch issues on paper before they reach the field, especially on systems-intensive builds. • Define the build and procurement strategy for consultants, contractors, and vendors to maximize build quality while minimizing time and cost. This covers prequalification, bid leveling, contract structure, and negotiating replicable terms. • Manage construction budgets end to end. You’ll track variance, control contingency, process pay applications and change orders, and use value engineering to get the same result for less. • Own project schedules and critical path across all trades, including long-lead items and owner-furnished equipment. You’ll negotiate recovery plans with contractors when timelines slip. • Lead consultants, GCs, subcontractors, and vendors on site, maintaining a safe, organized job site and coordinating inspections, installations, utility connections, and punch lists. You’ll also be the company’s point of contact with building management and local authorities. • Report project status accurately to internal and external stakeholders, including clients, and carry lessons from each build into future projects. What we’re looking for • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred • 7–10 years of relevant work experience; 5–7 years within commercial or industrial construction, ideally including F&B • Track record delivering concurrent, systems-intensive projects, with strong MEP and trade-sequencing knowledge • Ownership beyond the construction phase, including preconstruction and design set production • Hands-on experience with construction budgets and contracts, including GMP, lump sum, and CM-at-risk • An established bench of contractor and vendor relationships you can mobilize quickly • Experience leading and developing project teams, including PMs and APMs • Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills across multiple stakeholders • Experience working in fast‑paced environments requiring adaptability and initiative • Plus: Procore, Bluebeam Revu, MS Project Why join us At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow. What else you need to know This role is based in our New York office. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week. The base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $214,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus. Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees): • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options). • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term). • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity. • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children. • Pet insurance discount. • 401(k). • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter) • Time Off policies: • Discretionary vacation days • 8 paid holidays per year • Paid sick time • Paid Bereavement leave • Paid Parental Leave Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis. 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