Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Elite Construction & Development is a commercial general contractor headquartered in Pasco, Washington. We deliver commercial construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest, supporting clients through preconstruction, estimating, project management, field execution, and closeout.

Our projects require clear communication, disciplined follow-through, accurate documentation, practical problem-solving, and strong coordination between clients, project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, accounting, and internal support teams.

Position Summary

Elite Construction & Development is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Commercial Construction to manage projects from initial bid through final closeout. This is a hands-on project management role with responsibility for estimating support, planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost control, documentation, client communication, and project execution.

The Project Manager will review plans and specifications, coordinate subcontractor pricing, support bids and proposals, evaluate scope coverage, and manage awarded projects through construction and closeout. This role requires the ability to move between preconstruction and active project management while maintaining clear communication, accurate documentation, and disciplined follow-through.

The ideal candidate has commercial construction project management experience, strong organizational and communication skills, practical estimating exposure, and the ability to manage projects in a fast-paced general contractor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preconstruction, Estimating, and Support
• Project Management and Execution
• Cost, Risk, and Contract Management
• Documentation and Project Controls
• Subcontractor, Vendor, and Client Coordination

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience, including project management, assistant project management, project engineering, estimating, or equivalent responsibility.
• Experience managing or supporting commercial construction projects from preconstruction or project setup through execution and closeout.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and construction documents.
• Working knowledge of construction costs, estimating, scheduling, purchasing, subcontractor management, risk management, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Experience using scheduling and/or construction management software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, project partners, and competing demands in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent commercial construction experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Proven ability to estimate or support estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Experience with multifamily, mixed-use, tenant improvement, renovation, or private commercial development projects.
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, Spectrum, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software.
• Experience supporting subcontractor bid leveling, scope review, procurement, buyout, and project handoff.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, coordinate field and office activities, and communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess the legal right to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening for safety sensitive positions.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Must be able to travel to project sites as needed.

Eligibility Requirement

Due to federal contract requirements associated with some work performed by the company, candidates must be U.S. citizens and authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location Requirement

This position is based in the Tri-Cities, Washington area. Candidates must reside locally or be available for immediate relocation at their own expense. Relocation assistance is not available.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $95,960 – $143,575 annually. Compensation will be based on relevant commercial construction experience, project management background, estimating or preconstruction experience, technical skills, and overall alignment with the role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans available.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off accrual starting at 104 hours annually.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• HSA contributions.
• Nine paid holidays annually.

FLSA Status

This position may be classified as exempt or non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), depending on the salary offered and applicable job duties performed. Exempt status indicates ineligibility for overtime pay, while non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime.

EEOC Statement

Elite Construction & Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.