Lead Commercial Construction Project Manager

Synectics Inc.; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Rochester, MN seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee a major commercial construction project. The role covers coordination of schedules, materials, subcontractors, and communication between field and office teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience with commercial contractors, a degree in CM/engineering, and strong planning, budgeting, and safety focus to ensure timely, on-budget project delivery in an on-site role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience with a commercial construction contractor or general contractor.
• Experience in commercial construction, preferably wall and ceiling or related trades.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination.
• Experience with expediting, procurement, and material logistics.
• Ability to manage material flow, site deliveries, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with MS Office and construction/project management software.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both field and office teams.
• Must be comfortable working on-site in Rochester, MN.
• Candidates with experience in commercial interiors, drywall, framing, ceilings, wall systems, or other specialty construction trades are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project schedules, resources, subcontractors, and day-to-day project activities.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Manage material procurement, expediting, deliveries, and site logistics.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, field teams, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, quality, safety, and compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and proactively identify and resolve project issues.
• Track budgets, costs, materials, and project documentation.
• Prepare progress reports and support accurate project billing.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, field personnel, suppliers, and project partners.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Procurement

MS Office

PM software

Communication

On-site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Equivalent professional experience considered

Tools

Primavera

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Synectics Inc. in Rochester, MN seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee a major commercial construction project. The role covers coordination of schedules, materials, subcontractors, and communication between field and office teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience with commercial contractors, a degree in CM/engineering, and strong planning, budgeting, and safety focus to ensure timely, on-budget project delivery in an on-site role.