A Commercial Construction Project Manager supervises commercial construction projects from beginning to end, ensuring that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. Controls the time, cost and quality of projects. Plans and coordinates all aspects of the construction process, including hiring contractors and working with engineers, architects and vendors. Often works with construction superintendent.
About Us Seals Construction, Inc. is a trusted general contractor specializing in the construction of commercial, educational, healthcare, religious, industrial, public work, parking facilities, and construction throughout the Central Valley. For over twenty years, Seals Construction has been a progressive-thinking construction management and general contracting firm committed to serving owners and clients based on their unique needs.. Position Overview The Project Manager provides overall leadership for the planning, execution, financial management, and closeout of commercial construction projects, typically ranging from $2.5 million to $50 million and higher. This role is responsible for managing project teams, client relationships, subcontractor performance, budgets, schedules, contracts, safety coordination, quality control, and project documentation to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary project point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams. Lead all phases of project delivery, including project setup, mobilization, construction, commissioning, closeout, and warranty transition. Establish project objectives, procedures, communication protocols, performance standards, and accountability expectations within company policy. Partner with the Field Manager and/or Superintendent to direct field operations, maintain schedule progress, support quality control, and coordinate jobsite safety requirements. Represent the company in owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal project meetings while maintaining strong long-term relationships. Monitor project budget information, schedules of values, and cost-related impacts to support informed project decisions and maintain alignment with project scope, contract requirements, and company expectations. Review, negotiate, and administer owner change orders, subcontractor change orders, purchase orders, subcontracts, and major project commitments. Oversee project documentation processes, including subcontracts, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, permits, meeting minutes, daily reports, punch lists, SIs, RFPs and closeout documentation. Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, including CPM schedules, three-week look ahead schedules, procurement milestones, and recovery plans when needed. Understand drawings, specifications, building codes, contract terms, subcontract scopes, and construction means and methods to resolve project issues effectively. Monitor subcontractor performance, identify potential problem areas, and lead resolution of delays, claims, disputes, deficiencies, and coordination conflicts. Support training, mentorship, and development of Assistant Project Managers, Project Administrators, Project Engineers, and other project support staff. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management with progressive responsibility for project delivery, financial management, and team leadership. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience. Proven experience managing commercial construction projects valued at $5 million or more from startup through closeout. Strong knowledge of construction principles, delivery systems, contract administration, building codes, scheduling, estimating, and project controls. Demonstrated ability to manage project financial performance, including budgets, cost reports, change orders, billings, schedules of values, and forecasting. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required; experience with Primavera P6, Procore, BidMatrix, Timberline, and Bluebeam highly preferred. OSHA 30 certification, valid driver's license, and prior OSHPD, DSA, public works, healthcare, education, or civic project experience preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to direct project workflows and drive accountability across project teams. Advanced organizational, planning, and delegation skills to manage multiple priorities, project deadlines, and resource needs. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for managing client relationships and resolving project issues. Analytical and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to foresee risks, resolve complex problems, and protect company interests. Commitment to safety, quality, ethical conduct, client satisfaction, confidentiality, and continuous improvement across all projects. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional growth and development opportunities. Supportive and team-oriented workplace culture. Opportunity to gain experience across diverse and impactful construction projects. Disclaimer The duties and responsibilities described above are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support project and company objectives. Seals Construction reserves the right to modify this job description at any time to reflect changes in business needs, priorities, or organizational structure.
Job Type:
Full-time Base Pay:
$99,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance