Commercial Drywall Project Manager

Boutique Recruiting; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with match

Relocation assistance

Vehicle allowance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting in Acworth, GA seeks a Commercial Drywall Project Manager to own large-scale commercial drywall and framing projects typically valued at $3M–$5M+. This senior role combines office leadership with periodic field visits to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate has direct experience with commercial drywall subcontractors and a strong grasp of budgeting, change orders, and profitability, while building strong GC and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience with a commercial drywall contractor.
• Direct experience with commercial drywall subcontracting and metal framing.
• Experience managing large projects valued at $3M–$5M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial drywall and metal framing projects from start to closeout.
• Manage shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and cost/schedule impacts.
• Oversee buyout, vendor negotiations, material procurement, and field coordination.
• Own project financial performance including budgeting, billing, change orders, and profitability.
• Collaborate with GCs, owners, architects, and field teams to keep projects on track.
• Attend coordination meetings and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Profitability management

Client relationships

Vendor negotiations

Scheduling

Leadership

RFIs/submittals

Tools

ACC

Procore

Job description

Position Title: Commercial Drywall Project Manager Salary Range: $115,000–$145,000 / Year, DOE + Project Profitability Bonus

Take ownership of major commercial drywall projects where your decisions directly impact the schedule, client relationship, and bottom line. This senior-level Project Manager will oversee large-scale commercial drywall and metal framing projects typically valued at $3M–$5M+, managing everything from project startup and buyout through billing, change orders, field coordination and closeout. The role is primarily office-based in Acworth, Georgia, with periodic jobsite visits throughout Metro Atlanta and surrounding markets.

The ideal candidate has built their career directly with a commercial drywall and framing subcontractor and understands both the construction and financial sides of running complex projects. They are looking for someone who can independently lead large jobs, protect profitability, and build strong relationships with general contractors, field teams, vendors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial drywall and metal framing projects from contract review and project startup through completion and closeout


• Manage shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, engineering coordination and project revisions while identifying impacts to cost and schedule


• Oversee subcontractor and supplier buyout, vendor negotiations, material procurement and coordination with field operations


• Own project financial performance including cost tracking, budgeting, monthly billing, change orders, labor productivity and overall profitability


• Partner closely with General Superintendents, Foremen and subcontractors to maintain schedules, resolve issues and keep projects moving


• Attend jobsite coordination and scheduling meetings while maintaining strong relationships with GCs, owners, architects, vendors, and project partners


• Manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously while maintaining accurate documentation, strong communication, and consistent execution

Requirements

• 5+ years of Project Management experience with a commercial drywall contractor


• Direct experience working for a commercial drywall subcontractor with strong knowledge of drywall and metal framing


• Proven experience managing large commercial projects valued at approximately $3M–$5M+


• Strong command of project financials including budgeting, cost control, billing, buyout, change orders and profitability


• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, vendors, subcontractors and coordination between office and field teams


• Strong communication, organization, and technology skills with the ability to work effectively with GCs, owners, architects, vendors, and field personnel


• Valid driver's license with proficiency in modern construction management platforms such as ACC, Procore or similar systems

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $120,000–$140,000 DOE


• Annual project profitability bonus with significant earning potential based on job performance and net profit


• $600 monthly vehicle allowance or company vehicle plus company fuel card for work-related driving


• Kaiser Permanente health coverage plus dental, AD&D, life insurance and bereavement benefits


• 401(k) with company matching contributions of approximately 4%


• Two weeks of annual vacation, six sick/personal days and paid company holidays


• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates