Construction Project Manager - Commercial Construction

My client is a full-service commercial general contractor with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and client satisfaction. With more than 2,700 completed projects and a longstanding history of repeat clients, they deliver construction solutions across a variety of markets, including retail, healthcare, senior living, medical office, industrial, warehouse and distribution, and mixed-use developments.

Position Overview

They are looking for 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, contracts, and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial general contracting, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple project priorities while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and financial performance.

Experience with ground-up retail, big-box retail, supermarkets, municipal facilities, mixed-use developments, or multifamily construction is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial construction projects, from preconstruction planning and procurement through construction, closeout, and final turnover.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and financial reports.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and internal construction teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract administration, scope reviews, and performance management.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders to maintain project accuracy and minimize delays.
• Identify and manage project risks, cost overruns, scheduling conflicts, and potential scope changes.
• Lead project meetings and maintain consistent communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, contract requirements, quality standards, and company safety policies.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective measures when necessary to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, budgets, meeting minutes, change orders, and progress reports.
• Oversee punch-list completion, final inspections, project closeout, and turnover to the client.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Commercial Construction Project Manager , with approximately 10 years of combined experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial construction projects for a general contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and change management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple project stakeholders.
• Proficiency with construction management software; experience with Procore is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects within established budgets and timelines.
• Strong attention to detail, financial accountability, and commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
• A bachelor's degree in Building Construction, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Project Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following markets are encouraged to apply:

• Ground-up commercial construction
• Retail and big-box retail
• Grocery stores and supermarkets
• Municipal and public-sector facilities
• Mixed-use developments
• Multifamily construction
• Healthcare and medical office facilities
• Industrial, warehouse, and distribution facilities

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.