Project Manager - Commercial General Contractor

About the Company

We are a full-service general contractor specializing in new construction, tenant improvements, and major remodels. Our portfolio spans retail, restaurant, fuel service, car wash, medical, hospitality, entertainment, office, and industrial.
We operate across multiple states on both ground-up and renovation work.

Position Summary

As a Project Manager, you will lead and oversee construction projects from the point they are handed off by the pre-construction team through completion, ensuring alignment with design intent, budget, schedule, and regulatory requirements while driving project execution. You will serve as the primary liaison between owners, architects/engineers, subcontractors, governing authorities, and field teams. You will be responsible for maintaining clear communication, resolving issues proactively, and delivering successful project outcomes.

Reporting Structure & Work Environment

• Reports to V.P. of Construction or Regional Director of Construction
• Works closely with internal teams (pre-construction, project coordination, accounting) and external partners
• 2-3 days per week in office
• Frequent travel to job sites is required
• Must be comfortable being in active construction zones, walking job sites, and working under field conditions

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Prepare and manage subcontracts, purchase orders, and procurement of materials
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules to ensure on-time delivery
• Oversee field operations: monitor progress, quality, safety, and productivity
• Generate regular project reports (weekly status, cost tracking, forecasts)
• Initiate, review, and manage RFIs, change orders, and submittals
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, landlords, inspectors, and jurisdictions to resolve design/field issues
• Enforce safety standards and quality control across all phases
• Participate in project closeout: as-built documentation, punch lists, warranties, and final turnover

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in commercial construction projects (retail, restaurant, or similar preferred)
• At least 3 years in a Project Manager role in a commercial/general contracting environment
• Strong grasp of construction methods, materials, building codes, and regulatory environments
• Proven experience in budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and risk management
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation/communication skills
• Leadership ability: able to motivate, guide, and manage teams on-site and off
• Proficiency with PC / Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project) and project management systems (Procore experience is a plus)
• Strong organizational, time-management, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• High standards for quality, attention to detail, and accountability
• Commitment to enforcing jobsite safety standards

Preferred:

• Experience with ground-up construction, shell, core, and complex tenant improvement work
• Experience interacting with landlords and governing authorities
• Past performance in delivering projects on budget and on schedule
• Established network of subcontractors, suppliers, and industry relationships

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience, typically $140,000 – $170,000+ discretionary bonuses)
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision
• Paid time off, holidays, and vacation
• Retirement/401(k) plan
• Opportunities for growth in a small-company environment with strong project exposure

Project Managers may be eligible for additional incentive compensation related to new clients or projects they help bring to the company in the first year. In certain cases, long-term incentive opportunities may also be available, aligned with individual contributions to company growth.