Commercial Project Manager - General Contractor

AlphaX; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

AlphaX is seeking a Commercial Project Manager in Glendale, CA to lead ground-up and tenant improvement projects. This role demands expertise in project management from preconstruction to closeout, including budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor oversight. The right candidate has over 5 years with a General Contractor, understands local building codes, and possesses strong leadership and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience with a General Contractor.
• Proven experience managing commercial ground-up and/or tenant improvement projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients.

Skills

Strong knowledge of construction scheduling

Project management skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a Commercial Project Manager with strong General Contractor experience to lead ground-up and tenant improvement (TI) projects in Glendale and the greater Los Angeles area.

This role requires full ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, and client coordination. The ideal candidate has experience operating in Southern California and understands local permitting, inspections, and jurisdictional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
• Lead subcontractor bidding, scope review, and buyout process
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients
• Ensure compliance with Glendale and Los Angeles County building codes, permitting, and safety regulations
• Monitor project costs and proactively identify risks or delays
• Lead OAC meetings and maintain strong client communication
• Manage project closeout, punch lists, and final turnover

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience with a General Contractor
• Proven experience managing commercial ground-up and/or tenant improvement (TI) projects
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with Glendale / Los Angeles permitting processes preferred
• Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar tools
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays