Construction Special Project Manager

Commercial Construction Project Manager

Location: Columbus, OH

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to join a growing general contracting team in Columbus, Ohio.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial construction, particularly tenant improvement (TI) projects, and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. This person should be comfortable overseeing projects from planning through completion while coordinating clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.

Experience with Lean Construction principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final completion.

• Oversee project schedules, budgets, costs, and overall execution.

• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and project team members.

• Manage tenant improvement projects and commercial renovations.

• Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.

• Monitor project progress and address scheduling or construction challenges.

• Maintain communication with clients, architects, engineers, and field personnel.

• Track project costs, change orders, material procurement, and progress.

• Ensure projects meet quality standards, safety requirements, and deadlines.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and project delivery through Lean Construction practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction.

• General contracting (GC) experience strongly preferred.

• Tenant improvement (TI) project experience.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Lean Construction experience or knowledge is a plus.

• Ability to work on-site in Columbus, Ohio.

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a growing commercial general contracting team.

• Manage a variety of commercial construction projects.

• Full benefits package.

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing operation and advance professionally.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.