Construction Project Manager

Trueline; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Trueline is seeking a Commercial Project Manager in California. This on-site role involves leading commercial and multifamily projects through the entire lifecycle, from planning to delivery. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience in construction and project management, strong analytical skills, and CAD software knowledge. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical coverage, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction, estimating, project management, or a related field.
• Strong math, takeoff, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of CAD software for design, layout, or drawing revisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and multifamily projects from preconstruction through final delivery.
• Develop and adjust product layouts and project drawings using CAD tools.
• Coordinate with architects, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Construction management

Estimating

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

CAD software

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

CAD

ERP systems

Job description

A growing construction-focused organization supporting commercial and multifamily projects, is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to join their team in an on-site role with local travel under 10%. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning projects from early planning through closeout while balancing estimating, design coordination, and day-to-day execution. It is a strong opportunity for a hands-on construction professional who wants visibility across the full project lifecycle and close collaboration with both internal teams and external partners.

What You'll Do as the Commercial Project Manager

• Lead commercial and multifamily projects from preconstruction through final delivery
• Build detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and scope to support healthy project margins
• Develop and adjust product layouts and project drawings using CAD tools
• Review plans, quantities, and specifications to confirm pricing accuracy and project feasibility
• Price change orders and scope revisions as project needs evolve
• Coordinate with architects, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to keep work moving on schedule
• Visit job sites as needed to monitor progress, address issues, and support successful execution
• Create and manage schedule of values, monthly requisitions, invoicing, and milestone tracking
• Partner with sales and operations teams to align estimates, project scope, and client expectations
• Offer practical value engineering input to reduce risk, improve efficiency, and support project success

Must-Haves as the Commercial Project Manager

• 3+ years of experience in construction, estimating, project management, or a related field
• Experience supporting commercial and/or multifamily construction projects
• Strong math, takeoff, and analytical problem‑solving skills
• Working knowledge of CAD software for design, layout, or drawing revisions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with a professional and dependable approach
• Ability to manage multiple moving parts while maintaining deadlines and quality standards
• Valid driver's license if driving for work is required
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Nice‑to‑Haves as the Commercial Project Manager

• Experience preparing quotes and estimates in a construction environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally Oracle
• Background working with specialty products, design coordination, or value engineering
• Experience managing billing documents, requisitions, and revenue‑related project reporting
• Comfort working across both office and site environments

Our Client Offers

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• HSA with employer contribution
• FSA options
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral bonus
• The chance to play a visible role on meaningful commercial and multifamily projects

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal‑opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.