Project Manager

Tri State General Contractors; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Car Allowance

Job summary

Tri-State General Contractors is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, and subcontractor performance while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and quality as you oversee multiple projects in California and beyond.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects, preferably with a general contractor.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects including retail construction, tenant improvements, remodels, and ground-up projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, cost controls, subcontractor management, and contract administration.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with construction management software, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and related technology tools.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, Superintendents, and project teams to ensure efficient project execution and timely completion.
• Oversee project financials, including cost tracking, pay applications, change orders, cash flow, and subcontractor invoices.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation to identify risks and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Lead communication with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders while proactively resolving scheduling, budget, and operational challenges.
• Manage subcontractor buyouts, procurement, contract administration, and project reporting while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards and oversee project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, final documentation, and client turnover.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

MS Office

Problem-solving

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheets

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, Superintendents, and project teams to ensure efficient project execution and timely completion.
• Oversee project financials, including cost tracking, pay applications, change orders, cash flow, and subcontractor invoices.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation to identify risks and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Lead communication with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders while proactively resolving scheduling, budget, and operational challenges.
• Manage subcontractor buyouts, procurement, contract administration, and project reporting while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards and oversee project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, final documentation, and client turnover.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects, preferably with a general contractor.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects including retail construction, tenant improvements, remodels, and ground-up projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, cost controls, subcontractor management, and contract administration.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with construction management software, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and related technology tools.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

About Us

At Tri-State General Contractors, we bring commercial retail construction projects to life from the ground up. From new builds and tenant improvements to expansions, remodels, and everything in between, our team takes pride in delivering high-quality work that stands the test of time.

What started as a family-owned company has grown into a trusted contractor serving projects across California, Hawaii, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and beyond. Despite that growth, we've stayed true to our roots by building strong relationships, supporting our team, and treating every project with the care and attention it deserves.

Safety is at the core of everything we do, and we're committed to creating a culture where quality workmanship, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive our success.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Supple
• mental Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Car Allowance

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on the needs of the department and company. To perform this job successfully, the perfect candidate will possess a proficient level of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed within this description. Please note, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise with the company.