Project Manager

Just Construction Recruitment; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Construction Recruitment seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager for hospitality-focused construction in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will own complex projects from preconstruction to closeout, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with subcontractors and consultants, and ensure safety and quality across all project phases. The role requires strong commercial acumen and proactive problem solving, with travel to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in commercial construction.
• Experience leading complex ground-up projects with hospitality or similar sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget targets.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, schedules, and subcontractor relationships.
• Coordinate with field operations, clients, architects, and engineers to deliver quality results.
• Monitor progress, mitigate risks, and optimize project performance.

Skills

Budget management

Contract administration

Team leadership

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Hospitality Construction Location: Bay Area, California Own the Build. Drive Results. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex commercial construction projects throughout the Bay Area, California. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional to take ownership of projects from preconstruction and bidding through execution and final closeout. The Senior Project Manager will oversee all contractual, financial, scheduling, and operational aspects of assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will combine strong commercial awareness with excellent leadership and client management skills. You will serve as a key point of contact for clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal project teams while driving project performance and developing long-term business relationships. This opportunity is suited to a hands‑on construction leader who takes ownership, leads by example, and consistently delivers results.

Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities
• Lead projects from preconstruction and estimating through construction, commissioning, and final closeout.
• Oversee day‑to‑day project operations, ensuring work is completed in accordance with contract requirements, project specifications, and company standards.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement effective solutions to maintain performance.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, schedule, and overall project delivery.

Contract Administration

• Manage all contractual obligations, ensuring compliance with project agreements, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Oversee subcontractor bidding, scope reviews, contract negotiations, and execution of subcontract agreements.
• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Ensure project proposals, scopes of work, and contractual documentation are accurate and comprehensive.
• Negotiate subcontractor scope, pricing, amendments, and contract adjustments.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while protecting the commercial interests of the project.
• Take full ownership of project financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and cost reporting.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets and proactively identify potential overruns.
• Review and approve subcontractor payment applications, change orders, and cost adjustments.
• Oversee project estimating, quantity takeoffs, scope coverage, and cost projections.
• Manage client change orders and ensure additional work is properly documented and approved.
• Coordinate with accounting and project teams to maintain accurate financial reporting and timely subcontractor payments.
• Establish and maintain project schedules in coordination with the project team and field leadership.
• Ensure contractual milestones and completion dates are achieved.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme and address delays before they affect overall delivery.
• Identify potential risks relating to labour, materials, procurement, subcontractor performance, and sequencing.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to protect project schedules and budgets.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and key milestones.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Build strong client relationships through communication, accountability, and consistent project performance.
• Lead project meetings, provide progress updates, and resolve issues professionally.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and support the development of long‑term client relationships.
• Represent the company professionally throughout all stages of project delivery.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and wider project teams.
• Establish clear expectations, delegate responsibilities, and maintain accountability across the team.
• Work closely with field leadership to ensure effective coordination between office and site operations.
• Support employee development through regular feedback, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Promote a collaborative, safety‑focused, and results‑driven working environment.
• Ensure company procedures and project management standards are consistently followed.
• Work will involve a combination of office‑based project management and regular visits to active construction sites.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a live construction environment and conducting site inspections.
• The role may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, construction equipment, noise, dust, and uneven terrain.
• The position requires regular use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment.
• Additional hours, including evenings and weekends, may occasionally be required depending on project demands.
• Travel between project sites and meetings may be necessary.

The Opportunity

• This is an opportunity to join an established national general contractor with a strong reputation for project delivery, financial stability, and long‑term employee development.
• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead significant commercial construction projects, build lasting client relationships, and make a meaningful contribution to the continued growth of the business.
• If you are an experienced Senior Project Manager who takes pride in delivering quality projects, developing high‑performing teams, and driving successful outcomes, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience within commercial construction, with substantial experience leading complex projects from start to finish.
• Experience managing ground‑up commercial construction projects, with hospitality or similarly complex projects highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, contracts, schedules, and subcontractor relationships.
• Previous experience leading project teams and coordinating closely with field operations.
• Strong commercial awareness and a proven track record of delivering projects successfully.