Project Manager - Commercial Construction
About the role
We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to oversee renovation, tenant improvement, and commercial building projects throughout Central Virginia. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of project management experience with a commercial general contractor and can independently manage projects from preconstruction through final completion and closeout.
Direct commercial general contracting experience is required. Residential-only construction experience will not qualify.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction planning through final turnover and closeout.
- Develop project schedules, track milestones, and implement solutions to maintain timelines.
- Oversee subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation to resolve issues and maintain coordination.
- Coordinate clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and field teams.
- Manage budgets, purchase orders, project costs, and profitability while addressing financial variances.
- Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, and ensure outstanding issues are resolved.
- Work with field leadership to monitor progress, quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to costs, scheduling, materials, and scope changes.
- Coordinate material deliveries, inspections, punch lists, warranty requirements, and final owner handover.
- Provide regular project updates to clients and company leadership, escalating issues and recommending solutions as needed.
Requirements
- 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor.
- Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office buildings, institutional facilities, industrial projects, or similar commercial work.
- Ability to independently manage projects through preconstruction, construction, and closeout.
- Strong knowledge of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate clients, design professionals, vendors, and field teams.
- Understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, and project execution.
- Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered.
Benefits
- Compensation based on experience.
- Health insurance options.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Overtime opportunities, where applicable.
- Company-sponsored benefits and programs.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.