Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to oversee renovation, tenant improvement, and commercial building projects throughout Central Virginia.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of project management experience working for a commercial general contractor and the ability to independently manage projects from preconstruction planning through final completion and closeout.

Important: Direct commercial general contracting experience is required. Candidates with residential-only construction experience will not qualify.

Key Responsibilities - Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction planning through construction, final turnover, and closeout. - Develop project schedules, track milestones, and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines. - Oversee subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements. - Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation to resolve issues and maintain coordination. - Coordinate with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and field teams to ensure smooth project execution. - Manage project budgets, purchase orders, costs, and profitability while identifying and addressing financial variances. - Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, track action items, and ensure outstanding issues are resolved promptly. - Work closely with field leadership to monitor construction progress, workmanship, safety, and schedule compliance. - Identify and mitigate risks related to costs, scheduling, materials, and scope changes. - Coordinate material deliveries, inspections, punch-list completion, warranty requirements, and final owner handover. - Provide regular project updates to clients and company leadership, escalating concerns and recommending solutions as needed.

Requirements - 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor. - Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office buildings, institutional facilities, industrial projects, or similar commercial construction work. - Ability to independently manage projects through preconstruction, construction, and closeout. - Strong knowledge of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, submittals, and change orders. - Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate clients, design professionals, vendors, and field teams. - Understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, and project execution. - Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software, as well as Microsoft Office. - Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. - Equivalent hands-on commercial construction experience will also be considered.

Benefits - Compensation based on experience. - Health insurance options. - Paid time off and paid holidays. - Overtime opportunities, where applicable. - Company-sponsored benefits and programs. - Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. - Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.