Project Manager

McGuire Builders; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McGuire Builders, Inc. in Southern California is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead hotel, restaurant, and tenant improvement construction initiatives from our Torrance office.

You will define scope, budgets, schedules, and procurement plans; supervise multi‑project teams; manage owner and subcontractor contracts; drive cost control, safety, and quality to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of project management experience with a commercial general contracting firm
• Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel and restaurant construction or renovations
• Hospitality construction experience required
• BA/BS degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project efforts among owners, architects, interior designers, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members
• Define project scope, deliverables, budget requirements, and execution plans
• Manage projects from preconstruction and turnover through closeout
• Develop, maintain, and manage project budgets and cost forecasts
• Manage day-to-day project schedules and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Monitor project costs, schedules, and progress to meet budget and timeline requirements
• Administer owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other project agreements
• Manage subcontractor buyout, scope coordination, and contract award processes
• Manage change orders, including entitlement review, pricing, documentation, and approval
• Review and approve owner and subcontractor applications for payment
• Prepare and submit owner billings accurately and on schedule
• Obtain and coordinate required permits, approvals, inspections, and regulatory prerequisites
• Negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Identify and implement value engineering and cost‑saving opportunities
• Forecast the labor, materials, equipment, and other resources required to complete projects successfully
• Monitor and measure project cost and schedule performance
• Ensure conformance with contracts, construction documents, specifications, and applicable codes
• Review submittals, requests for information, change documentation, and project correspondence
• Lead owner, architect, contractor, and internal project meetings as required
• Collaborate closely with field supervision to coordinate construction activities, sequencing, logistics, safety, and quality control
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and disputes
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, as‑built documents, operation and maintenance manuals, and final completion requirements
• Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with clients, architects, interior designers, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Ensure all projects meet schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contractual obligations

Skills

Tenant improvement

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Leadership

Education

BA/BS in construction management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Sage 100 Contractor

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

McGuire Builders, Inc. is a leading Southern California general contractor specializing in hospitality construction, tenant improvements, and hotel and restaurant renovation projects. With decades of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering projects of exceptional quality, on schedule, and with safety as our top priority.

This position is based out of our Torrance office and requires strong leadership, organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated experience managing hotel, restaurant, and tenant improvement construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project efforts among owners, architects, interior designers, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members
• Define project scope, deliverables, budget requirements, and execution plans
• Manage projects from preconstruction and turnover through closeout
• Develop, maintain, and manage project budgets and cost forecasts
• Manage day-to-day project schedules and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Monitor project costs, schedules, and progress to meet budget and timeline requirements
• Administer owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other project agreements
• Manage subcontractor buyout, scope coordination, and contract award processes
• Manage change orders, including entitlement review, pricing, documentation, and approval
• Review and approve owner and subcontractor applications for payment
• Prepare and submit owner billings accurately and on schedule
• Obtain and coordinate required permits, approvals, inspections, and regulatory prerequisites
• Negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Select, manage, and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships
• Identify and implement value engineering and cost‑saving opportunities
• Forecast the labor, materials, equipment, and other resources required to complete projects successfully
• Monitor and measure project cost and schedule performance
• Ensure conformance with contracts, construction documents, specifications, and applicable codes
• Review submittals, requests for information, change documentation, and project correspondence
• Issue regular project updates related to cost, schedule, procurement, risks, and overall progress
• Lead owner, architect, contractor, and internal project meetings as required
• Collaborate closely with field supervision to coordinate construction activities, sequencing, logistics, safety, and quality control
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and disputes
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, as‑built documents, operation and maintenance manuals, and final completion requirements
• Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with clients, architects, interior designers, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Ensure all projects meet schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contractual obligations

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel and restaurant construction/renovations.
• 5–7 years of project management experience with a commercial general contracting firm
• Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel, restaurant, and hospitality construction or renovation projects
• Hospitality construction experience required
• BA/BS degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
• Experience with Sage 100 Contractor, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software is preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects or complex project phases simultaneously
• Strong subcontractor buyout, contract administration, and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods, engineering principles, architectural plans, and building systems
• Ability to develop and manage budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and project cost controls
• High degree of familiarity with owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and related terms and conditions
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and team management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing deadlines
• Comfortable reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents
• Ability to communicate professionally and eff