Project Manager

Jobot; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Newport Beach, CA, seeks a Project Manager with tenant improvement (TI) experience to lead complex commercial TI projects in Southern California. You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client communication to ensure profitability and client satisfaction.

The role offers growth within a stable, 20+ year-old organization with competitive pay and a collaborative team environment. Join a reputable contractor and advance TI portfolio growth in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial construction project management with TI focus.
• Experience in estimating and preconstruction.
• Strong network in local commercial real estate or construction.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of commercial TI projects from pre-con through closeout.
• Lead planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution for profitability.
• Manage subcontractor performance, safety compliance, quality control, and document control.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, PMs, and clients for seamless communication.
• Prepare and maintain RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reports.
• Lead estimating for TI projects, including takeoffs, bids, and budget prep.
• Identify and pursue TI opportunities through networking; build client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Business development

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Commercial construction contractor is seeking Project Manager with Commercial TI experience

Are you a Project Manager with experience building a Commercial TI book of business? If so, please continue to read as this role may be a fit for you!

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

As an established commercial contractor in the Southern California market, we have been supporting out clients with tenant improvement work for the last 20+ years. Whether it is office space upgrades, or technical infrastructure rework, our reliable and highly skilled team is able to provide fast and quality support.

Why join us?

• 20+ years in business
• Commercial contractor
• Ability to grow within the organization
• Competitive pay

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Oversee all phases of commercial TI construction projects, from pre-construction through closeout.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution to ensure client satisfaction and profitability.
• Manage subcontractor performance, safety compliance, quality control, and document control processes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, property managers, and clients to ensure seamless communication.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reports.

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Lead the estimating process for TI projects, including takeoffs, subcontractor bidding, and budget preparation.
• Review architectural plans and specifications to develop accurate and competitive bids.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to align project scope and pricing.
• Evaluate value engineering options to optimize cost-efficiency.

Business Development

• Proactively identify and pursue new TI opportunities through networking, relationship-building, and market analysis.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, brokers, landlords, and industry professionals.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings.
• Contribute to the creation and execution of strategic business plans to grow the company’s TI portfolio.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management, with a focus on tenant improvements.
• Proven experience in estimating and preconstruction.
• Strong network in the local commercial real estate or construction industry is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred (but not required with strong experience).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.