Project Manager- Commercial Construction

Ratcliff Companies•Addison, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ratcliff Constructors is looking for an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager who takes ownership, communicates well, and knows how to keep a project moving from planning through closeout. Our Project Managers are responsible for more than schedules and paperwork. They're expected to understand the full picture of their projects—budget, schedule, contracts, field operations, client expectations, and the relationships that bring everything together. We're looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and ready to take responsibility for delivering successful commercial construction projects.

Requirements

Experience managing commercial construction projects for a general contractor.
Understand project financials and can manage budgets, forecasts, costs, and change.
Organized and detail-oriented without losing sight of the overall project.
Communicate confidently with clients, subcontractors, field teams, and leadership.
Take initiative and follow through on commitments.
Anticipate challenges and approach problems with a solutions-focused mindset.
Comfortable making decisions and taking responsibility for the outcome.
Know how to hold others accountable while maintaining productive working relationships.
Value teamwork and understand the importance of a strong PM/Superintendent partnership.
3+ years of commercial construction Project Management experience preferred.
Experience managing projects for a commercial general contractor strongly preferred.
Experience managing commercial projects through multiple phases of construction.
Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, cost management, forecasting, procurement, and project documentation.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with construction project management technology and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CMiC or similar construction management software preferred.
Want to contribute to Ratcliff's continued growth in the DFW market.

Responsibilities

Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction and planning through completion and closeout.
Work closely with Superintendents, project teams, owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors to keep projects on track and deliver the results our clients expect.
Take ownership of project performance, including budget, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction.
Manage projects from preconstruction and buyout through construction and closeout.
Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and cost controls.
Manage contracts, subcontracts, change orders, pay applications, commitments, and project documentation.
Partner closely with the Superintendent to keep field and office operations aligned.
Manage subcontractor and vendor scopes, commitments, performance, and relationships.
Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Identify potential project risks early and take action before they impact cost, schedule, or client expectations.
Manage RFIs, submittments, procurement, change management, and project closeout.
Monitor project financials and make informed decisions that protect both the project and the company.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and project stakeholders.
Hold yourself and others accountable for commitments and follow-through.
Represent Ratcliff professionally throughout every phase of the project.