Project Manager - Commercial Construction

AlphaHire•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction, renovation, and tenant improvement projects throughout Central Virginia. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing projects from preconstruction through final closeout, with direct ownership of schedules, budgets, subcontractors, client relationships, field coordination, and overall project execution. The ideal candidate has a strong background working for a commercial general contractor and can independently manage projects while coordinating owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams.

Requirements

5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects for a general contractor.
Direct experience with commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office, institutional, industrial, or similar commercial projects.
Proven ability to independently manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, engineers, and field personnel.
Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and project execution.
Proficiency with construction project management and scheduling software, as well as Microsoft Office.
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Commercial construction experience is required. Residential-only experience will not meet the requirements.
Ability to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Manage commercial construction, renovation, and tenant improvement projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
Manage subcontractor scopes, contracts, commitments, change orders, and overall project execution.
Review drawings, specifications, contracts, submittmits, and other project documents to identify requirements, conflicts, and potential risks.
Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, superintendents, and internal teams.
Track project costs, purchase orders, commitments, change orders, and financial performance against established budgets.
Lead project meetings and ensure RFIs, decisions, action items, and outstanding issues are addressed promptly.
Monitor field progress, quality, safety, and schedule performance in coordination with superintendents and subcontractors.
Identify project risks and develop solutions to minimize delays, cost impacts, and quality issues.
Coordinate procurement and material requirements to support project schedules.
Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular updates to clients and company leadership.
Lead project closeout activities, including punch lists, inspections, warranties, documentation, and owner turnover.