Project Manager - Drywall

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Long-term growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

A reputable recruiting firm is seeking a Drywall Project Manager in Boston, MA. This full-time position involves overseeing commercial drywall and metal framing projects, ensuring proactive management and communication throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have relevant experience, including knowledge of commercial drywall work and proficiency in project management software like Procore. The role offers competitive salary and growth potential within the company.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Engineer, or 3–5 years as a Project Manager.
• Experience with estimating concepts for change orders and pricing.
• Union project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage awarded drywall projects from estimator turnover through completion.
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Establish, monitor, and control project budgets and financials.
• Price and process change orders and scope changes.
• Coordinate schedules, manpower, and productivity with field leadership.
• Conduct jobsite visits with foremen and superintendents.
• Maintain strong communication with GCs, vendors, and internal teams.

Skills

Commercial drywall and metal framing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Procore

OST

Job description

Solid Rock Recruiting - #1 Specialty Recruiting Firm in the USA

Drywall Project Manager (Union Commercial Construction)

Location: Boston, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnered with a well-established union commercial drywall contractor in the Boston market that is actively hiring a Drywall Project Manager due to continued workload and internal growth.

This is an immediate opportunity to join a stable, high-performing contractor working across a diverse range of commercial projects.

About the Opportunity

The Project Manager will oversee commercial drywall and metal framing projects from award through closeout. The company has recently separated estimating and project management functions, allowing PMs to focus on running projects proactively rather than juggling estimating responsibilities.

Projects typically range from tenant fit-outs to large-scale commercial and institutional work, with PMs managing multiple concurrent jobs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage awarded drywall projects from estimator turnover through completion
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, and project documentation
• Establish, monitor, and control project budgets and financials
• Price and process change orders and scope changes
• Coordinate schedules, manpower, and productivity with field leadership
• Conduct jobsite visits and work closely with foremen and superintendents
• Track project progress, delays, and schedule impacts
• Maintain strong communication with GCs, vendors, and internal teams
• Represent the company professionally throughout the project lifecycle

Project Types

• Union commercial drywall and metal framing
• Healthcare facilities, labs, and life sciences
• Colleges and universities
• Hotels and hospitality renovations
• Retail, restaurant, and corporate fit-outs
• Mid- to high-rise commercial buildings

(No residential wood-frame work)

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial drywall and metal framing strongly preferred
• Union project experience preferred
• 1–2 years as an APM or Project Engineer ready to advance or
• 3–5 years of experience as a Project Manager
• Working knowledge of estimating concepts for change orders and pricing
• Experience with Procore required; OST or similar tools preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Compensation & Growth

• Competitive base salary (market-aligned; flexible for the right candidate)
• Long-term growth opportunities as the Project Management team expands
• Potential future pathway into advanced PM or centralized submittals/purchasing roles

Why Consider This Role

• Immediate need with strong backlog of work
• Stable contractor with consistent annual volume
• PMs are expected to run jobs proactively, not just react
• Supportive leadership investing in systems, structure, and people

To be considered:
Apply directly or contact Parker at Solid Rock Recruiting for a confidential conversation.

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605.221.8443

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.