Project Manager - Commercial Construction
AlphaHire · Richmond
We are 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 planning through final completion and closeout.
Direct commercial general contracting experience is required. Candidates with residential-only construction experience will not qualify.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction planning through construction, final turnover, and closeout.
- Develop project schedules, track milestones, and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
- Oversee subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation to resolve issues and maintain coordination.
- Coordinate with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and field teams to ensure smooth project execution.
- Manage project budgets, purchase orders, costs, and profitability while identifying and addressing financial variances.
- Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, track action items, and ensure outstanding issues are resolved promptly.
- Work closely with field leadership to monitor construction progress, workmanship, 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 concerns 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 construction 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, as well as 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 Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Equivalent hands-on commercial construction 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.