Project Manager - Commercial Construction

The Project Manager is responsible for leading construction projects from pre‑construction through closeout with a strong focus on work performed in occupied, active campuses. This role manages all aspects of project delivery-including planning, budgeting, scheduling, safety, stakeholder communication, and quality control.

Client Details

Our client is a mid-size General Contractor that has a strong background of projects in; institutional, health care, government, and general commercial.

Description

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead the full project lifecycle, including pre‑construction coordination, procurement, construction oversight, and turnover.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, work plans, and logistics strategies tailored to occupied environments.
• Coordinate phasing plans, temporary barriers, swing spaces, and safety measures to maintain uninterrupted building operations.
• Ensure work complies with contract documents, building codes, and organizational standards.

Occupied Building Management

• Implement communication strategies with tenants, staff, and facility teams to keep occupants informed about project impacts.
• Manage noise, access, dust control, and safety protocols to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and proactively address issues related to working in sensitive, operational areas (e.g., healthcare, corporate offices, education, residential).

Stakeholder & Team Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact between owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and building management.
• Lead weekly progress meetings, document decisions, and maintain clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Collaborate with facility teams to schedule shutdowns, after‑hours work, and system tie‑ins.

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage project financial performance, including cost tracking, change orders, vendor invoices, and forecasting.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
• Prepare and present regular financial and progress reports.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Monitor project quality, conduct site inspections, and ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Enforce strict safety protocols consistent with OSHA requirements and company policies.
• Address field issues promptly and implement corrective actions as needed.

Profile

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field-or equivalent experience.
• 5-10+ years of construction project management experience, with a strong track record of managing projects in occupied or operational facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects or large, complex renovation programs.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, budget control, construction methods, and phasing logistics.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred

• Experience working in active environments such as healthcare facilities, corporate offices, higher education, or multi‑family residential buildings.
• Proficiency with PM software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
• OSHA 30 certification or similar safety training.

Job Offer

• Competitive Base
• Strong bonus structure (10 - 20%)
• 100% paid healthcare coverage
• PTO & Sick Leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Strong Pipeline of work

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