Project Manager - Commercial Construction

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.

• 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.

• 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.