Commercial Construction Project Manager

Matukat Construction; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance options

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Job summary

A major construction firm in Colorado Springs is looking for a Commercial Construction Project Manager to ensure the successful execution of projects valued between $10M and $100M. This role involves managing schedules, costs, quality, and safety while building effective relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and proven experience in commercial construction. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing commercial construction projects in the $10M–$100M range.
• Strong understanding of contracts, cost control, scheduling, and risk management.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for successful delivery of construction projects.
• Manage risk, schedule, quality, and safety on-site.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Commercial Construction Project Manager

Company: Matukat Construction

Salary Range: $100,000–$135,000

Matukat Construction is a relationship‑driven commercial general contractor known for delivering high‑quality projects through strong leadership, collaboration, and accountability. We value integrity, teamwork and pride in building great work the right way.

Position Summary

The Commercial Construction Project Manager is fully responsible for the successful delivery of projects ranging from $10M–$100M, across multiple delivery methods and market sectors. This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, contract management expertise, and the ability to build and sustain effective relationships with owners, designers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for cost, schedule, quality, safety, risk management, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Building Effective Relationships: Partner with Estimating for seamless handoff from preconstruction to operations; prioritize the relationship with the Lead Superintendent and support field operations; maintain productive relationships with subcontractor Project Managers; manage underperforming subcontractors; maintain relationships with Design Team Leads; act as the primary contact with the Owner’s Representative; manage principals’ meetings, subcontractor defaults, supplements, and replacements; keep business development and networking top of mind; demonstrate strong self‑awareness and commitment to leadership development.
• Contracts & Preconstruction: Maintain 100% responsibility for project buyout; create and execute a Buyout Matrix; understand and draft subcontractor scopes and contract agreements; review Owner contract requirements; collaborate with Estimators during preconstruction; manage projects with budgets $10M–$100M; maintain responsibility for cost control and forecasting; submit accurate monthly cost reports; maintain PCI logs and identify cost risks; ensure General Requirements and General Conditions are captured in change orders; resolve the majority of external PCIs; oversee all pay applications and invoicing; maintain positive project cash flow and leverage financial tools for subcontractor negotiations.
• Risk, Schedule, Quality & Safety Management: Recognize schedule as the primary risk; provide proactive, meaningful scheduling input; issue weekly and monthly schedule updates; lead procurement meetings for material deliveries; negotiate and defend potential project claims; address problematic subcontractors early; implement QA/QC plans and participate in quality oversight; plan and execute safety initiatives; enforce jobsite safety standards; maintain compliance with site safety plans; foster a positive, collaborative project team environment; develop and maintain the project responsibility matrix; monitor staff workloads and reassign tasks; lead weekly project team meetings; directly manage and mentor APMs, PEs, and Interns; mitigate staff turnover; build team morale; maximize individual and team performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience managing commercial construction projects in the $10M–$100M range.
• Strong understanding of contracts, cost control, scheduling, and risk management.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to develop high‑performing project teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Culture & Benefits

• A Culture of Care: A supportive and inclusive environment where well‑being and professional growth are top priorities.
• Purpose‑Driven Work: Direct impact of contributions on projects that matter to the community.
• Opportunities for Growth: Commitment to professional development with pathways for advancement.

Benefits Package (full‑time employees):

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Health Insurance coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Ready to Build With Us?

If you are ready to apply your skills to a role with meaning and join a company that values its people, we encourage you to apply.

Let’s build something great together.

👉 Apply at: https://www.matukatconstruction.com/careers