Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Jobot; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays and sick time

Commuter benefits (CA)

Gym subsidy

OSHA 10/30 training

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a results-driven project leader to oversee commercial construction projects in the Bay Area with strong emphasis on MEP systems. You will own schedules, costs, and teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with a salary range of $140,000–$180,000 per year and full benefits including 401(k) and gym subsidy.

Responsibilities include managing full project lifecycles, pre-construction activities, cost control, document control, master schedules, weekly meetings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience.
• Proficient in MS Project/Primavera, estimating software, and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for commercial construction projects in the Bay Area, including schedules and stakeholder communication.
• Lead pre-construction activities: site walks, RFPs, bid tabulations, quantity take-offs, and constructability reviews.
• Oversee cost control: change orders, owner billings, invoices, and financial close-out.
• Maintain document control: RFIs, submittals, change orders, and master drawings.
• Develop and monitor master and 3-week rolling schedules; identify impacts and solutions.
• Lead weekly subcontractor and OAC meetings; distribute minutes.
• Mentor project teams and ensure safe, high-quality delivery; review submittals and MEP coordination.
• Coordinate with estimating on budgets, bids, and value engineering.

Skills

Estimating

Project leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Accounting systems

Estimating software

Job description

Job Details

Lead high-impact commercial projects across the Bay Area with strong MEP emphasis, competitive $120K–$150K pay, full benefits including 401(k) and gym subsidy, and real ownership over schedules, costs, and teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

About us

A dynamic leader in commercial construction focused on delivering high-quality projects, strong collaboration with owners, architects, and trades, and meaningful career growth through hands‑on project ownership and mentorship.

Why join us

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays and sick time
• Commuter benefits (CA)
• Gym subsidy
• OSHA 10/30 training
• Career growth through project variety, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, high-ownership team culture with exposure to diverse clients and trades

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for commercial construction projects across the Bay Area, including schedules, quality control, and stakeholder communication (owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors)
• Lead pre‑construction efforts: coordinate job walks, prepare RFPs, analyze subcontractor proposals, generate bid tabulations, produce quantity take-offs, and contribute to constructability reviews
• Oversee cost control: track and manage change orders, prepare owner billings, route invoices, and execute financial close‑out
• Maintain document control: manage RFI, submittal, and change order logs; update master drawing sets; distribute project documentation
• Develop, monitor, and update master schedules and 3‑week rolling schedules; identify impacts and solutions
• Conduct weekly subcontractor meetings and participate in OAC meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate project teams including Superintendents, Project Engineers, and Project Administrators
• Apply strong technical knowledge of building trades, methods, materials, and especially MEP systems to resolve field issues and review submittals
• Support safety initiatives, site‑specific safety plans, and job hazard analysis
• Coordinate with estimating on budgets, bid review, and value engineering opportunities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships focused on long‑term partnerships and excellent customer service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related construction field
• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience
• Strong estimating skills and solid understanding of building trades, methods, and materials with emphasis on MEP systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects concurrently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Resourceful problem‑solver with the ability to create and support team morale
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software (MS Project and/or Primavera), accounting systems, and estimating software
• Preferred: LEED AP; working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, advanced technology facilities, and best industry practices for design and construction

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.

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.