Project Manager - Commercial Construction

AlphaHire; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Company-sponsored programs

Job summary

AlphaHire is seeking a Project Manager to take full ownership of commercial construction and renovation projects in a general contractor environment across Central Virginia. You will manage schedule, budget, subcontractors, client communication, and field progress.

This hands-on role requires independent operation with strong relationships among owners, architects, subcontractors, and field teams. A 5+ year track record in commercial construction and a related degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects in a general contractor environment.
• Direct experience with commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office, institutional, industrial projects.
• Ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, contracts, schedules, budgets, changes, RFIs, and submittals.
• Experience leading subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, engineers, and field teams.
• Proficient with PM and scheduling software, MS Office, and estimating/documentation systems.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent construction experience considered.
• Commercial construction experience required; residential-only experience is not sufficient.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction and renovation projects from preconstruction through closeout, owning schedule, budget, quality, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identify delays, and drive corrective actions.
• Manage subcontractor scopes, change orders, and overall project execution on active sites.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, and submittals to identify scope and issues early.
• Interface with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and field teams throughout execution.
• Track costs, commitments, purchase orders, change orders, and financial performance against budgets.
• Lead project meetings, document actions, and resolve RFIs efficiently.
• Monitor field progress, address issues with superintendents and trades to maintain quality.
• Drive closeout activities including punch lists, inspections, warranties, and turnover.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client communication

Vendor management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

PM software

Scheduling software

MS Office

Estimating/documentation systems

Job description

We are looking for a Project Manager to take full ownership of commercial construction and renovation projects in a general contractor environment, from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for driving project execution across Central Virginia, with direct ownership of schedule, budget, subcontractors, client communication, and field progress. The position is ideal for a hands-on commercial construction professional who can operate independently while maintaining strong relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, and field teams. The company focuses on client-driven commercial projects and applies a streamlined approach to delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction and renovation projects from preconstruction through final closeout, maintaining ownership of schedule, budget, quality, and project documentation.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identify potential delays, and drive corrective actions to keep work progressing.
• Manage subcontractor scopes, commitments, change orders, and project execution across active commercial job sites.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and submittals to identify scope requirements and potential issues before they affect the project.
• Interface directly with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal field teams throughout project execution.
• Track project costs, commitments, purchase orders, change orders, and financial performance against approved budgets.
• Lead project meetings, document action items, and ensure outstanding decisions and RFIs are resolved efficiently.
• Monitor field progress and quality, working closely with superintendents and subcontractors to address issues and maintain project standards.
• Drive project closeout, including punch lists, final inspections, documentation, warranties, and owner turnover.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects in a general contractor environment.
• Direct experience with commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office, institutional, industrial, or similar commercial projects.
• Proven ability to take full project ownership from preconstruction through closeout rather than serving solely in a coordination or support capacity.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, engineers, and field personnel on active commercial projects.
• Proficiency with construction project management and scheduling software, Microsoft Office, and standard estimating/documentation systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.
• Commercial construction experience is required; residential-only project experience will not be sufficient.

Compensation based on experience.

Benefits may include:

• health insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• overtime opportunities
• company-sponsored programs