Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for leading ground-up commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role requires hands-on experience managing all phases of new construction, coordinating multiple trades, and driving projects to successful completion on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all safety and quality standards.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead ground-up commercial construction projects from preconstruction planning through final turnover, including mobilization, site development, structure, and interior build-out.
• Develop, manage, and maintain project budgets, GMPs, cost forecasting, and change orders throughout the life of the project.
• Create and oversee master project schedules, ensuring milestone alignment with subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contract execution, scope reviews, and performance across multiple trades.
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and inspectors to ensure constructability, code compliance, and adherence to design intent.
• Oversee all site operations, conducting regular site walks to monitor progress, quality, safety compliance, and sequencing.
• Proactively identify and resolve constructability issues, schedule conflicts, and cost impacts common to ground-up commercial builds.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA standards, local building codes, and project-specific safety plans.
• Maintain accurate and complete project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and closeout materials.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners and internal leadership, providing clear communication on project status, risks, and milestones.
• Drive successful project closeout, including punch lists, commissioning coordination, and final documentation turnover.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Manager for a commercial general contractor , independently managing projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience delivering U.S.-based, ground-up commercial construction projects , including site work, structure, and full building systems.
• Demonstrated ability to run projects independently , including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and owner communication.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project for project controls, documentation, scheduling, and reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. building codes, permitting processes, OSHA standards, and jobsite safety requirements .
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and consultants across all phases of construction.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively address schedule, cost, and constructability challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with owners, design teams, and field leadership.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Long-term/short-term disability
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Paid holidays

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