Construction Project Manager - Commercial Construction

My client is an established commercial general contractor serving the Austin market. For over 30 years, they have built a reputation for delivering quality construction projects, developing lasting client relationships, and maintaining strong partnerships with subcontractors and trade professionals. The firm specializes in commercial construction across a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, office, retail, hospitality, restaurants, industrial facilities, and historic renovations. The team is committed to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. Position Overview Metropolitan Contracting is seeking an experienced Commercial Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. This individual will be responsible for managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, client relationships, and overall project execution while ensuring projects meet established financial, quality, and safety objectives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial general contracting, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple project priorities while building productive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and trade partners. Key Responsibilities Manage all phases of commercial construction projects, from preconstruction planning through closeout and final turnover. Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and cash flow projections. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, consultants, and other project stakeholders. Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to identify potential conflicts, cost impacts, and scheduling concerns. Oversee subcontractor procurement, bid evaluations, scope reviews, contract negotiations, and change order management. Monitor project progress to ensure work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. Conduct project meetings, document progress, communicate expectations, and resolve issues proactively. Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and other project documentation. Identify and mitigate project risks, delays, cost overruns, and potential construction issues. Maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication, transparency, and responsive problem-solving. Collaborate with field superintendents to coordinate daily construction activities, sequencing, manpower, and site logistics. Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, permitting requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations. Conduct site visits and progress reviews to verify workmanship, schedule performance, and adherence to project specifications. Oversee punch-list completion, inspections, commissioning coordination as applicable, and final project closeout. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered. 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management with a general contractor. Demonstrated experience managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion. Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, cost control, contracts, and subcontractor management. Experience managing project budgets, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and construction documentation. Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project contracts. Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to manage client expectations and resolve project issues. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment. Willingness to visit active construction sites and travel locally as project needs require. Preferred Qualifications Experience with commercial ground-up construction, renovations, and tenant improvement projects. Experience in healthcare, retail, office, hospitality, restaurant, industrial, or historic renovation projects. Familiarity with construction scheduling and project management platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project. Experience with estimating, preconstruction planning, value engineering, and cost forecasting. Established relationships with commercial subcontractors and trade partners in the Central Texas market. Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is betwee n $120k-175k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascendion