Commercial Construction Project Manager - General Contractor

AlphaGov; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off and holidays

Overtime opportunities where available

Company-sponsored benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AlphaGov in Central Virginia seeks an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead renovation, tenant improvements, and commercial building projects. The role requires independence to manage from preconstruction through closeout with strong leadership and communication skills.

Minimum 5 years of GC PM experience is expected, with direct commercial contracting experience and on-site travel throughout Central Virginia. Residential-only work is not considered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management with a general contractor.
• Experience managing renovations, tenant improvements, and commercial buildings.
• Independent management from preconstruction to closeout.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, budgeting, scheduling, RFIs, and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Build project schedules, track milestones, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee subcontract agreements, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and docs to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subs, vendors, and field teams.
• Provide regular updates to clients and company leadership, escalating issues.

Skills

5+ years of PM experience

Leadership and communication

Budgeting and scheduling

Construction management software

On-site travel availability

Education

Bachelor's in CM / Civil Eng

Equivalent hands-on commercial construction exp

Job description

An established commercial general contractor in Central Virginia is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead renovation, tenant improvement, and commercial building projects across the region.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of project management experience with a commercial general contractor and can independently run projects from preconstruction planning through final completion and closeout.

Please Note: Direct commercial general contracting experience is required. Residential-only construction backgrounds will not qualify.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial projects from preconstruction planning through construction, turnover, and closeout
• Build project schedules, track milestones, and implement corrective action to keep work on time
• Oversee subcontract agreements, scopes of work, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation to resolve issues and maintain coordination
• Coordinate with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and field teams for smooth execution
• Manage budgets, purchase orders, costs, and profitability, addressing financial variances as they arise
• Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, track action items, and drive open issues to resolution
• Partner with field leadership to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, and schedule compliance
• Identify and mitigate risks related to cost, schedule, materials, and scope changes
• Coordinate deliveries, inspections, punch lists, warranty requirements, and final owner handover
• Provide regular updates to clients and company leadership, escalating concerns and recommending solutions

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor
• Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office buildings, institutional facilities, industrial projects, or similar commercial work
• Ability to independently manage projects through preconstruction, construction, and closeout
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate clients, design professionals, vendors, and field teams
• Understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, and project execution
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Equivalent hands-on commercial construction experience will also be considered

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Health insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Overtime opportunities, where applicable
• Company-sponsored benefits and programs
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment