Construction Project Manager

Talently; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multifamily, senior living, and commercial construction projects in the Boston area. You will oversee pre-construction through closeout, manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors, and partner with clients to deliver safe, on-time, and on-budget results.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in a related field, 3–10+ years of experience, and proficiency with Procore, MS Project, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, facilities management, engineering, or related field.
• 3–10+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects over $20 million, preferably multifamily.
• Knowledge of complete construction lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar PM software and scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to bidding, proposal, and interview processes.
• Oversee document control: drawings, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes.
• Manage project financials: scopes, subcontractors, cost forecasting, change orders, invoices, monthly billing.
• Collaborate with field staff to maintain baseline schedules and procurements.
• Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Delegate to Assistant PMs and Coordinators and monitor task completion.
• Maintain safety as a top priority throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Commercial construction

Project management

Client relations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Skills: commercial, hotel, retail, industrial, multifamily, senior living, healthcare, medical, lab, office, affordable housing, TI, Interior

About the Construction Company / The Opportunity:

Join a fast-growing construction management company with more than 40 years of experience delivering high-quality projects across multifamily residential, senior living, affordable housing, commercial, retail, hospitality, industrial, medical, laboratory, and office markets. Guided by integrity, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to client relationships, this organization provides an opportunity to lead complex construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. As Project Manager, you will play a central role in delivering projects safely, on time, and on budget while working with experienced field teams, subcontractors, clients, and project partners.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to bidding, proposal, and interview processes.
• Oversee document control processes, including drawing management, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Manage project financials, including scopes of work, subcontractor awards, cost forecasting, change orders, invoice approvals, and monthly billing requisitions.
• Collaborate with field staff and subcontractors to establish and maintain achievable baseline schedules and align procurement activities with project milestones.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, coworkers, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Deliver construction projects with integrity and professionalism, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Delegate effectively to Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators while ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain safety as the first and overriding priority throughout the project lifecycle.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, facilities management, engineering, or a related field.
• 3-10+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects exceeding $20 million, preferably in multifamily residential construction.
• Knowledge of the complete construction lifecycle, including preconstruction, substructure, superstructure, building envelope, finishes, MEP systems, and final closeout.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Procore or similar project management software, and MS Project or comparable scheduling software.
• Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize critical path and constructability issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, budget, procurement, subcontractors, and client expectations.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with senior living, affordable housing, mixed-use, hotel, retail, industrial, healthcare, medical, laboratory, office, or tenant improvement projects.
• LEED, CM-Lean, OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid, PMP, or Passive House certifications and training.
• Experience managing projects through all phases with values exceeding $20 million.
• Familiarity with advanced scheduling, cost control, procurement, and construction reporting practices.
• Experience mentoring and collaborating with Assistant Project Managers, Project Coordinators, field staff, and subcontractors.