Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Colorado West Construction•Murrieta, CA

16h•$100,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado West Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in large-format, ground-up national retail construction, commercial site development, structural steel projects, and corporate brand-driven builds across the Western United States. We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager with a proven background managing large-scale, ground-up retail and grocery projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role requires experience supporting retail and grocery builds with fixed opening dates, strict brand standards, and high-volume vendor coordination. You will work in close partnership with the Superintendent to drive execution, maintain schedule integrity, and ensure successful turnover aligned with client-driven opening schedules .

Requirements

5+ years as a Project Manager for a General Contractor
Proven experience managing ground-up retail and grocery projects
Experience in , ground-up, tilt-up, grocery, and large-format retail construction environments
Experience working on projects for national retail chains or brand-driven clients
Demonstrated success supporting projects with fixed opening/store opening dates
Experience working with client representatives and vendor-heavy retail environments
Strong understanding of retail sequencing and turnover requirements
Proven ability to manage multiple high-activity projects and trades
Procore proficiency preferred
Microsoft Project preferred
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Valid driver's license
Willingness to travel to active job sites as needed (Western U.S.)
Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds.
Physical stamina and the ability to work in outdoor environments.
Ability to lift, bend, kneel and stand for extended periods
Project list of ground-up retail and grocery projects managed
Project size, value, and completion dates
References tied to large-format retail, grocery, or similar projects

Responsibilities

Manage full lifecycle of ground-up retail and grocery projects from preconstruction through closeout
Collaborate with Superintendents and subcontractors to maintain master project schedules aligned with store opening timelines
Support field teams with two-week look-ahead planning and schedule enforcement to maintain project flow
Assist with material/equipment procurement and coordination of subcontractors and vendors across multiple scopes
Ensure project execution aligns with brand standards and retail turnover expectations
Serve as primary point of contact for Owner, Architect, and client representatives
Lead and participate in weekly OAC (Owner/Architect/Contractor) meetings, driving alignment and accountability
Coordinate with: Specialty vendors, Fixture installers, Refrigeration contractors, Client-directed installation and merchandising teams
Ensure consistent alignment between office and field to support milestone-driven store openings
Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee subcontractor buyout, scope reviews, leveling, and contract execution across multiple trades
Drive proactive change order management (owner + subcontractors), ensuring cost impacts are identified and approved prior to execution
Maintain financial control to support budget adherence and project performance
Maintain project documentation in Procore, ensuring accuracy and consistency
Oversee and manage: RFIs, Submittals, Change events, Procurement logs
Ensure RFIs and submittals are handled with urgency and clarity to avoid schedule delays
Identify schedule risks early and implement recovery strategies to maintain project timelines
Ensure reporting meets client expectations and schedule requirements
Support Superintendent with pre-punch and deficiency tracking in Procore
Oversee completion of all closeout documentation, including: Warranties, Final Documentation, Billing
Drive timely turnover aligned with scheduled store opening deadlines