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Project Manager - Commercial Construction
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What they do
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.
$117,002 / year median in Tennessee
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- Lead and manage multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously.
- Provide management oversight for all phases of construction projects from beginning to end.
- Develop and manage project budget to ensure job profitability.
- Determine and define scope of work and deliverables and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors to reach profitable agreements.
- Allocate and manage resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction project with attention to budgetary limitations.
- Drive accountability for schedule, budget, and quality performance across assigned projects.
- Maintain clear documentation and reporting standards to ensure transparency and project accountability.
- Develop and maintain critical path schedules to ensure deadlines and project deliverables are met.
- Coordinate and manage the RFI and Submittal process with the project team.
- Negotiate change orders with client and subcontractors, tracking via change order log.
- Keep stakeholders informed of project progress and prepare detailed progress reports.
- Understand and follow company policy, processes, and procedures.
- Conduct regular site visits to check and monitor progress and quality standards.
- Review superintendent daily reports, weekly project pictures, and safety documentation.
- Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices.
- Manage project closeout process including punch list completion, final photos, closeout book submission, and turnover to client.
- Collaborate with the Preconstruction Team during the preconstruction phase to prepare budgets, cost estimates, and project timelines as needed.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and key team members to ensure that project specifications are met.
- Perform other duties as assigned.