Project Manager - Ground-Up Commercial - Baltimore, MD

Join a respected general contractor as a Project Manager leading complex construction projects ranging from $30M-$60M+, with immediate involvement on a high-profile institutional project. This role offers full project lifecycle ownership, from preconstruction and procurement through project closeout, while serving as the primary client-facing leader.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established, award-winning construction firm known for delivering complex and impactful projects across institutional, educational, historic preservation, and mission-critical sectors. With the resources of a large builder and the accessibility of a close-knit organization, they provide employees with meaningful project exposure and direct access to company leadership.

Description

The Project Manager - Ground-Up Commercial - Baltimore, MD will:

• Lead construction projects from conceptual planning and preconstruction through final closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring project success.
• Participate in budgeting, estimating, and preconstruction planning activities.
• Support bidding efforts, subcontractor procurement, and contract negotiations.
• Perform constructability reviews and develop comprehensive trade partner scopes of work.
• Coordinate closely with estimating, operations, field teams, and project stakeholders.
• Manage permitting requirements and utility coordination efforts.
• Develop and maintain CPM schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow, schedules, and overall financial performance.
• Direct subcontractor activities and ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Lead project teams consisting of Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Oversee project execution across predominantly CM-at-Risk delivery projects.

Profile

The Project Manager - Ground-Up Commercial - Baltimore, MD will have:

• 5-10+ years of experience as a Construction Project Manager with a General Contractor.
• Proven experience leading at least two projects as the primary Project Manager.
• Background managing projects valued at $10M+ with preferred experience on projects ranging from $40M-$70M.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing project teams and project staff.
• Expertise in contract administration, budgeting, cash flow management, scheduling, and project controls.
• Experience creating and managing complex CPM schedules.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and common construction management software platforms.
• Occupied renovation or renovation/addition project experience is highly desirable.
• Preconstruction experience is preferred.
• Experience working within education, institutional, municipal, historic restoration, or mission-driven project environments is a plus.

Job Offer

The Project Manager - Ground-Up Commercial - Baltimore, MD will receive:

• Immediate opportunity to support a high-profile $60M institutional project.
• Work for a third-generation family-owned contractor with an exceptional reputation and long-term stability.
• Gain exposure to unique projects including historic restorations, educational facilities, and mission-critical environments.
• Enjoy direct interaction with executive leadership and a collaborative, team-focused culture.
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential, vehicle allowance, fuel card, comprehensive benefits, and 401(k).
• Base Salary: $115,000 - $140,000
• Annual performance/profitability bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• $592.25/month vehicle allowance
• Company fuel card

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