Project Manager - Commercial Construction

LeoForce; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Mid Level Project Manager for Indianapolis projects. You will lead commercial construction efforts from ground-up to renovations, with a focus on budgets, schedules, and client coordination.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial construction, strong leadership, and a proven ability to manage RFIs, submittals, and project documentation. This role emphasizes collaboration with field teams, owners, and consultants.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Experience managing ground-up and/or major renovation projects.
• Ability to develop, manage, and track project budgets and financial performance.
• Experience managing project schedules, including baseline development and updates.
• Strong understanding of contracts, scopes of work, and change order management.
• Coordinate with superintendents on field execution and project logistics.
• Experience managing subcontractor buyout, procurement, and contract administration.
• Lead project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and project documentation workflows.
• Ability to forecast project costs and manage risk throughout the lifecycle.
• Strong communication and leadership across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience using construction management software and project controls tools.
• Manage project closeout, turnover documentation, and final accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning and budgeting for commercial construction projects.
• Manage schedules, baselines, and progress tracking.
• Oversee subcontractor buyout, procurement, and contract administration.
• Coordinate field execution with superintendents and design teams.
• Attend owner/architect/engineer meetings and manage communications.
• Ensure RFIs, submittals, and docs follow workflows and deadlines.
• Forecast costs and manage risk across all project phases.
• Closeout documents, turnover packages, and final accounting.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Subcontractor procurement

RFIs & submittals

Leadership

Communication

Construction software

Closeout documentation

Job description

Location: Indianapolis,IN, US

Date Posted: 08-18-2026

Experience:

Mid Level

Salary:

$120,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Experience managing ground-up and/or major renovation construction projects
• Ability to develop, manage, and track project budgets and financial performance
• Experience managing project schedules, including baseline development and updates
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scopes of work, and change order management
• Ability to coordinate with superintendents on field execution and project logistics
• Experience managing subcontractor buyout, procurement, and contract administration
• Ability to lead project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants
• Strong understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and project documentation workflows
• Ability to forecast project costs and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle
• Strong communication and leadership skills across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Experience using construction management software and project controls tools
• Ability to manage project closeout, turnover documentation, and final accounting processes
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

A bit about us:

This company is a well-established commercial construction firm delivering complex ground-up and renovation projects across a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, education, industrial, civic, and large-scale private developments. Our client manages projects through all phases of delivery, from preconstruction planning and budgeting through construction execution and closeout.

The organization operates with a collaborative, field-informed approach that emphasizes strong coordination between project management, field leadership, subcontractors, design teams, and owners. Projects typically involve multiple stakeholders, aggressive schedules, and a high level of coordination across trades and disciplines.

Why join us?

Our client offers a strong pipeline of consistent, complex work that supports long-term career stability and growth. Project Managers are given real ownership over their projects and are trusted to lead both the financial and operational execution of their work.

The company culture values accountability, transparency, and teamwork. Project Managers are supported by experienced field teams, capable superintendents, and leadership that prioritizes execution and problem-solving over bureaucracy.

This is an environment where strong builders can take full control of project outcomes, develop long-term client relationships, and see the direct impact of their leadership from preconstruction through project delivery.