Project Manager, Construction

Uprite Construction; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Uprite Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial ground up projects in a fast-paced environment. You will manage planning, budgeting, procurement, and execution from award to closeout, ensuring milestones and budgets are met.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PM experience with a GC, with tilt up experience highly preferred, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience with a commercial general contractor.
• Ground up commercial construction experience required; tilt up preferred.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost control skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial ground up construction projects from award through final closeout.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules to meet milestones and completion dates.
• Forecast project budgets, cost reports, and financial performance.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, and documents for accuracy.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and purchase orders.
• Lead project meetings with owners, architects, and subs.
• Handle RFIs, submittals, change orders, and documentation.
• Identify risks early and implement solutions to protect schedule and budget.
• Coordinate with Superintendents to align field operations.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure safety, quality, and company standards are met.
• Oversee turnover and closeout documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Ground up projects

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Multitasking

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of commercial construction projects. This role requires strong experience managing ground up commercial projects, with tilt up construction experience being highly preferred. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, financially minded, and thrives in a fast paced environment.

What You'll Do:

• Manage commercial ground up construction projects from award through final closeout
• Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and execution
• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure milestone and completion dates are achieved
• Prepare, manage, and forecast project budgets, cost reports, and financial performance
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents for accuracy and completeness
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and purchase orders
• Lead project meetings with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Manage Requests for Information, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Identify project risks early and implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget
• Partner closely with Superintendents to coordinate field operations and resolve project challenges
• Maintain strong relationships with clients while providing exceptional customer service
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, company standards, and quality expectations
• Coordinate successful project turnover and closeout documentation

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of Project Management experience with a commercial general contractor
• Proven experience managing ground up commercial construction projects
• Tilt up construction experience is strongly preferred
• Experience managing industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, office, retail, or other commercial projects
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, contracts, and cost control
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through final completion
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar construction software
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required

Preferred Experience

• Tilt up industrial facilities
• Manufacturing facilities
• Warehouse construction
• Commercial office buildings

About Us

Uprite Construction was established in 1991 as a multi-service construction company specializing in project site development, ground-up, new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements for the commercial and industrial sectors. Check us out at upritecomgmt.com!

We appreciate your interest in employment with Uprite Construction. Uprite Construction is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.