Job Title: Project Manager – Commercial ConstructionJob DescriptionThis Project Manager role offers the opportunity to lead complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout for a respected and growing construction management and general contracting firm. You will oversee budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relationships while delivering high-quality commercial, institutional, municipal, educational, healthcare, and public-sector projects throughout the Northeast. The position is ideal for a proactive leader with strong financial management skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience managing both ground-up and renovation projects.
Responsibilities- Manage assigned construction projects from initial award through final closeout, ensuring all phases run smoothly and efficiently.
- Develop, maintain, and regularly update detailed project schedules and budgets, aligning them with contractual requirements and client expectations.
- Lead comprehensive project planning efforts, including subcontractor coordination, procurement strategies, and resource allocation.
- Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope requirements to ensure accurate execution in the field.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and all related project documentation using construction management software and established procedures.
- Monitor project costs continuously, maintain accurate financial forecasting, and support robust cost control and contract administration practices.
- Organize and conduct regular meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to review progress, resolve issues, and align on next steps.
- Collaborate closely with field leadership and site teams to drive project success, address challenges, and maintain schedule and quality targets.
- Identify project risks early, develop mitigation strategies, and implement effective solutions to keep projects on track.
- Ensure all projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and contractual obligations.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact and supporting opportunities for future business.
- Lead project closeout activities, including punch list completion, commissioning, turnover processes, and final documentation.
- Oversee subcontractor procurement and selection, ensuring qualified partners are engaged for each trade and scope.
- Coordinate permitting activities and ensure all required approvals are obtained in a timely manner to support project schedules.
- Utilize tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office to manage project information, reporting, and communication.
Essential Skills- Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience with a general contractor or construction manager in the commercial construction industry.
- Proven experience managing commercial, healthcare, municipal, educational, institutional, government/public-sector, or wastewater construction projects.
- Demonstrated success leading commercial projects valued above $5 million, with experience on projects ranging from approximately $5 million to $50 million or more.
- Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Proficiency with construction management software, including Procore for RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Ability to build and manage construction schedules using Microsoft Project.
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam for documentation, reporting, and plan review.
- Hands-on experience with change order management, subcontractor management, submittal processes, and RFI tracking.
- Experience with subcontractor procurement and selection, including evaluation of bids and scope alignment.
- Familiarity with permitting processes for commercial and public-sector projects.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct project teams and collaborate effectively with field personnel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Robust problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving project issues.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management is highly preferred and may strengthen candidacy.
- Experience managing co