Construction Project Manager

Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Location: Syracuse, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Salary: $120,000–$150,000 annually

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Commercial Construction to join an established general contracting and construction management organization in Syracuse, New York.

This opportunity offers the chance to work with a well-established construction team that values quality workmanship, long-term client relationships, collaboration, and community development. The organization provides commercial construction services across multiple project phases, from pre-construction planning and budgeting through execution, closeout, and warranty support.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Management

• Manage all phases of commercial construction projects, from pre-construction through final completion and closeout.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, procurement plans, and documentation.
• Coordinate subcontractor selection, buyout, contract negotiations, purchasing, and material procurement.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address scheduling conflicts, delays, and resource requirements.
• Prepare and manage submittals, requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and other project documentation.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction, general contracting, subcontractor coordination, and project delivery.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, structural drawings, construction documents, and complete plan sets.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, equipment, and building processes.
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, cost forecasting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Understanding of construction accounting principles, financial controls, risk management, and contractual obligations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management and scheduling software.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$120,000 – $150,000] . Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid time off
• Potential annual bonus