DC Senior Project Manager: Commercial Construction Lead

Colliers International

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 136,000 - 153,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical benefits (RX, dental, vision)

Employer 401(k) with company match

Paid time off: sick leave, vacation,)

Parental leave (paid)

Job summary

Colliers in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction and tenant improvement projects from concept to closeout. You will coordinate with clients, designers, contractors, and consultants, maintaining budgets, schedules, and quality while delivering projects on time and within budget.

This onsite role offers opportunities to build relationships, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field.
8–10+ years of construction or project management experience in commercial real estate.
Ability to read and understand architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Proven budget, scheduling, and risk management capabilities.
Travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple commercial construction and tenant improvement projects from planning through completion.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and overall project plans.
Lead architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, vendors, and other project team members.
Coordinate bidding, RFPs, contractor selection, permitting, construction, and closeout.
Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, invoices, and payment applications.
Conduct project and construction meetings and maintain clear project documentation.
Monitor project progress, costs, schedule, quality, and risks; identify and resolve issues before they impact the project.
Provide regular project status updates, including budget, schedule, risks, and key milestones.
Conduct site visits and oversee construction activities to ensure quality, safety, and compliance.
Maintain organized project files and ensure complete project closeout.
Build and maintain strong client and industry relationships.
Mentor and collaborate with other project management staff and contribute to business development.