Construction Manager

Actalent; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager for Commercial Tenant Interiors and Small Base-Build projects based in Columbia, MD. You will lead multiple renovations and base-build efforts, from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and documentation while engaging ownership for growth opportunities.

The role emphasizes hands-on project management in a family-like office culture with regular collaboration among office and field staff, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple commercial tenant interior renovations and small base-build projects.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and project teams effectively.
• Experience creating and managing construction documents (RFIs, submittals, change orders, blueprints).
• Hands-on PM in commercial construction environments.
• Proficiency with budgeting and cost accounting software for tracking costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage several small to medium tenant interior renovation projects simultaneously, meeting scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee smaller base-build projects, including medical/orthopedic offices and small buildings.
• Coordinate with superintendents and owners to resolve issues quickly via phone, text, and email.
• Solicit bids, review proposals, and support detailed estimates and proposals.
• Manage project finances and cost accounting; monitor budgets and variances.

Skills

Tenant interior renovations

Base-build projects

Subcontractor management

Budgeting & cost tracking

Scheduling & planning

Documentation management

Preconstruction coordination

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager Commercial Tenant Interiors and Small Base-Build ProjectsJob Description

This Project Manager role focuses on leading multiple small to medium tenant interior renovation projects and smaller base-build projects simultaneously, typically ranging from $250,000 to $3 million. You will oversee all phases of construction, from preconstruction and bidding through closeout, while managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and documentation. This position offers significant exposure to ownership, strong opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that encourages learning new project types.

Responsibilities

• Manage several small to medium tenant interior renovation projects at the same time, ensuring each project meets scope, schedule, and budget expectations.

• Oversee smaller base-build projects, including medical and orthopedic offices, small apartment buildings, and small mixed-use buildings.

• Communicate daily with superintendents, project assistants, and building owners via phone, text, and email to coordinate project activities and resolve issues promptly.

• Solicit bids from subcontractors, review proposals, and support the preparation of detailed estimates and project proposals.

• Manage project finances and cost accounting using standard construction software, ensuring accurate tracking of costs and timely reporting.

• Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets, proactively identifying variances and implementing corrective actions to ensure financial targets are met.

• Create, review, and manage construction documents, including Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change orders, blueprints, and related documentation.

• Coordinate and manage multiple subcontractors and project teams, ensuring clear scope definition, quality workmanship, and adherence to project timelines.

• Plan and maintain project schedules, sequencing work and adjusting timelines as needed to keep projects on track.

• Collaborate closely with internal team members and field staff to ensure alignment between office planning and on-site execution.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with construction and real estate professionals, with a focus on business development and repeat opportunities.

• Support business development efforts by representing the company professionally in all interactions and identifying potential new project opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, construction documents, and applicable codes throughout the project lifecycle.

• Assist with project closeout activities, including final documentation, punch lists, and turnover to owners.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously, particularly in commercial tenant interior renovations and small base-build projects.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and project teams effectively.

• Experience creating and managing construction documents, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and blueprints.

• Hands-on construction project management experience in commercial construction environments.

• Proficiency with standard construction management and cost accounting software for budgeting and financial tracking.

• Strong skills in scheduling and coordinating commercial construction activities.

• Experience with subcontractor management and project coordination from preconstruction through closeout.

• Ability to manage project budgets and perform cost accounting to ensure financial objectives are achieved.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for frequent interaction with superintendents, project assistants, and building owners.

• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects, documents, and deadlines concurrently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on medical and orthopedic office projects, small apartment buildings, and small mixed-use buildings.
• Background in commercial construction with exposure to both tenant interior and base-build work.
• Interest in business development and relationship-building with construction and real estate professionals.
• Desire for long-term growth within a smaller organization, serving as a cornerstone member of the team.
• Openness to learning new project types and expanding technical and managerial skills.
• Comfort working closely with ownership and senior leadership in a small-company setting.

Work Environment

The position is based in a family-oriented, close-knit office environment in Columbia, MD. The organization operates as a small company where you work directly with the owner and collaborate closely with both office and field staff. The culture emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and professional growth, with regular team outings held approximately once a month to strengthen relationships and celebrate successes. The work involves frequent communication via phone, text, and email, and regular interaction with superintendents, project assistants, subcontractors, and building owners. Standard construction technologies and software are used for scheduling, budgeting, and document management, supporting a structured yet supportive environment where team members are encouraged to learn new project types and advance their careers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBIA, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBIA, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in COLUMBIA,MD.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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