Commercial Construction Project Manager

FootBridge; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FootBridge in Richmond, Virginia is seeking experienced Project Managers for full-time, direct-hire roles on ground-up commercial construction, renovations, and interior buildouts. Multiple positions exist and experience with community banks or financial institutions is highly desirable, especially for renovations-focused opportunities.

Responsibilities include managing multiple projects from planning through completion, overseeing budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and closeout, coordinating

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing ground-up and renovations projects.
• Banking facility construction experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial construction projects from planning through completion.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, superintendents, architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with short-interval planning.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and construction docs.
• Monitor costs, quality, safety, and schedule performance.
• Build and maintain strong client and team relationships.
• Lead project meetings and oversee closeout.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction project management software

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Travel: Up to 30%

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established commercial general contractor seeking experienced Project Managers to join its growing team in Richmond, Virginia.

Multiple positions are available, and we are interested in speaking with candidates who have experience in ground-up commercial construction, commercial renovations, and interior buildouts.

Experience managing construction projects for community banks, financial institutions, credit unions, and other banking facilities is highly desirable, particularly for the renovations-focused opportunity.

These positions offer the opportunity to take ownership of commercial construction projects, work alongside experienced field teams, and manage projects from preconstruction through successful completion.

Project Experience We're Looking For:

Ground-Up Commercial Construction

Experience managing new commercial building construction, ideally within healthcare, financial services, light industrial, or similar markets.

Commercial Renovations & Interior Buildouts

Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, occupied-facility projects, and interior buildouts.

Candidates with experience renovating or constructing community banks, credit unions, bank branches, and financial institutions are especially encouraged to apply.

Candidates do not need extensive experience in both ground-up construction and renovations to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial construction projects from planning through completion.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, superintendents, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, including short-interval planning.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and construction documentation.
• Monitor project costs, quality standards, safety, and schedule performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Lead project meetings, resolve construction challenges, and oversee project closeout.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience managing ground-up commercial projects and/or commercial renovations.
• Community banking, credit union, financial institution, or bank branch construction experience highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and contract administration.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction project management software.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 30%.

What We Offer

• $115,000–$130,000 base salary, depending on experience.
• Diverse commercial construction projects.
• Opportunity to lead multiple projects from start to finish.
• Collaborative, team-oriented construction environment.
• Long-term professional growth opportunities.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.