Project Manager

The ideal candidate will have significant experience delivering retail, commercial interiors, tenant improvement, renovation, or ground-up retail projects , particularly in environments involving occupied facilities, phased construction, accelerated schedules, or active customer-facing operations. A well-established, privately held national general contractor and construction management firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex retail construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Glimpse of your role:

• Manage all phases of commercial and retail construction projects from initiation to completion.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and subcontractors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Monitor project progress and address any challenges or delays promptly.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of necessary materials and resources.
• Conduct regular site visits to oversee construction activities and ensure quality control.
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on project status and performance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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• 5+ years of construction project management experience, including ground-up new construction.
• Demonstrated experience managing retail, commercial interiors, tenant improvement, renovation, or ground-up retail construction projects strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to run projects valued while managing budgets, schedules,Continue subcontractors, and clients.
• Skilled in Procore, MS Project, or other project management tools.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, permitting, and construction processes; background in estimating or field supervision is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

A well-established, privately held national general contractor and construction management firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex retail construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a construction professional who excels at managing client relationships, project financials, subcontractor relationships, schedules, and high-performing project teams.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience delivering retail, commercial interiors, tenant improvement, renovation, or ground-up retail projects, particularly in environments involving occupied facilities, phased construction, accelerated schedules, or active customer-facing operations.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,000-$135,000, depending on factors such as location, transferable skills, experience, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and market conditions.

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' overall well-being, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Paid medical and parental leave
• Additional employee benefits