Commercial Project Manager - General Contractor

AlphaX; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

AlphaX is seeking a Senior Commercial Project Manager based in Santa Clarita to lead ground-up and tenant improvement projects throughout Southern California. The ideal candidate will manage projects from preconstruction through to completion, ensuring effective budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management. Applicants should possess 5-10 years of experience in commercial construction, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with local permitting processes. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health insurance.

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts.
• Lead subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, and buyout process.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Construction Scheduling

Client Coordination

Communication Skills

Leadership

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Commercial Project Manager with proven General Contractor experience to lead ground-up and tenant improvement (TI) projects across Santa Clarita 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 is experienced in managing commercial construction projects in Southern California and can operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
• Lead subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, and buyout process
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients
• Ensure compliance with Santa Clarita / 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 Santa Clarita / LA County 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