Construction Project Manager

We Search People; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

We Search People, partnering with a leading Atlanta-based commercial contractor, is seeking an experienced Retail Construction Project Manager to lead retail and healthcare projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractor coordination, client communications, and quality control to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery across occupied environments in the Southeast.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing commercial retail construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and PM processes.
• Experience with fast-track interior build-outs in occupied retail environments.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee retail and healthcare construction projects from preconstruction to closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, cost reports, and forecasts.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers.
• Serve as primary client contact and manage client expectations.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, and submittals.
• Monitor financial performance including change orders and invoicing.
• Lead project meetings and report progress to clients and senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with codes, safety regulations, and company standards.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

JOB TITLE: Retail Construction Project Manager

LOCATION: Atlanta, GA

Company Overview

We Search People are partnered with a leading commercial construction company with a strong presence across the Southeast. Specializing in retail & healthcare construction, including ground-up developments, tenant improvements (TI), interior build-outs, and retail renovations, they are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to join their growing team.

Position Overview

The Retail Construction Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing retail & healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. This individual will manage all aspects of project delivery, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and overall project execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects, including ground-up developments, tenant improvements (TI), interior build-outs, and renovations.
• Oversee projects from preconstruction through completion and final closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, cost reports, and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate with Superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, tenants, landlords, and relevant project partners.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, material purchasing, and subcontractor performance.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost control, change orders, invoicing, and budget forecasting.
• Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to maintain schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, workmanship, and adherence to project specifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety regulations, permitting requirements, and company standards.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to clients and senior leadership.
• Manage client expectations throughout the construction process, addressing queries and resolving issues promptly.
• Oversee project completion, punch lists, inspections, and final handover.
• Support preconstruction planning, estimating reviews, value engineering, and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience managing commercial retail construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and project management processes.
• Experience managing fast-track interior build-outs and working within occupied retail environments is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, site teams, and client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, project financial management, quality control, and risk mitigation.
• Experience within the Atlanta commercial construction market and established local subcontractor relationships is highly desirable.