Construction Project Manager (Commercial)

gpac; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac seeks an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead diverse projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Kansas City area. You will supervise budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client expectations while ensuring quality and compliance on ground-up, restoration, and public works projects.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, often across federal and state-funded programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Experience with general contracting and commercial construction.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, architects, engineers, inspectors, and field personnel.
• Review contracts, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements.
• Manage project buyout, procurement, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications.
• Monitor project costs and profitability while identifying potential budget issues.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with Superintendents and field teams to ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Manage restoration and renovation projects while minimizing disruption to occupied facilities when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements on public and government projects.
• Identify and resolve project issues, conflicts, and scheduling challenges.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular updates to company leadership.
• Build and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Oversee project closeout, punch lists, warranty requirements, and final documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Multi-project management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Scheduling software

Job description

A well-established and growing general contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with a diverse project background, including ground-up, restoration, federal, public, education, and general contracting.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who can manage projects from preconstruction through closeout while maintaining control of schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost reports, and forecasts
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, architects, engineers, inspectors, and field personnel
• Review contracts, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements
• Manage project buyout, procurement, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications
• Monitor project costs and profitability while identifying potential budget issues
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients and project stakeholders
• Work closely with Superintendents and field teams to ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality standards
• Manage restoration and renovation projects while minimizing disruption to occupied facilities when applicable
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements on public and government projects
• Identify and resolve project issues, conflicts, and scheduling challenges
• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular updates to company leadership
• Build and maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships
• Oversee project closeout, punch lists, warranty requirements, and final documentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience
• Proven experience with general contracting and commercial construction
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• Restoration and renovation
• Ground-up projects
• Federal construction
• Public works
• Education/K-12 or higher education
• Government or municipal projects
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, plans, specifications, and project documentation
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and change orders
• Excellent communication, organization, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred but not required

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you're ready to take your Commercial Construction Project Management career to the next level.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.