Project Manager - Special Projects Group

NW Recruiting Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Vehicle allowance

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

NW Recruiting Partners' client, a Seattle-based employee-owned general contractor, is seeking a Project Manager for its Special Projects Group. You will oversee tenant improvement and special projects valued $5–$10 million, from pursuit to closeout, coordinating with clients, design partners, and field teams.

You will develop budgets, lead preconstruction and procurement, manage schedules and financial performance, and mentor other team members while building lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
• At least three years on commercial construction or tenant improvements.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to estimate and manage from preconstruction to closeout.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tenant improvement and special projects from pursuit to closeout.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, design partners, subcontractors and teams.
• Develop conceptual budgets, estimates and competitive bids for assigned projects.
• Lead preconstruction planning, value engineering, procurement and logistics.
• Create and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Coordinate with superintendents to maintain safety, quality and schedule.
• Review subcontractor proposals and pay applications; support monthly billings.
• Identify risks and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

estimating software

scheduling software

Bluebeam

on-screen takeoff tools

Job description

Project Manager - Special Projects GroupSeattle, WA

Our client is an established, employee-owned general contractor with offices in Seattle and California. As the company continues to grow its West Coast presence, it is looking for a Project Manager to join its Seattle Special Projects Group. This is an opportunity for a construction professional who enjoys the variety, pace and ownership that come with managing tenant improvement projects. You'll oversee a diverse portfolio of office, life sciences and industrial projects, typically ranging from $5 million to $10 million. You'll be involved from the earliest client conversations through final closeout - helping pursue the work, develop estimates, lead preconstruction and manage construction. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building client relationships, solving problems and taking full ownership of multiple projects. As an employee-owned company, everyone shares in the organization's success. The company also offers a supportive, people-first culture that values collaboration, professional growth and a sustainable work/life balance.

Project Manager Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tenant improvement and special projects from initial pursuit through final closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, design partners, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Develop conceptual budgets, estimates and competitive bids for assigned projects.
• Lead preconstruction planning, value engineering, procurement and logistics.
• Create and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate closely with superintendents and field teams to maintain safety, quality and schedule.
• Interpret plans and specifications to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders and owner communications.
• Oversee permitting, inspections, utility coordination and owner-provided scopes.
• Review subcontractor proposals and pay applications and support monthly client billings.
• Identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
• Build strong relationships that lead to repeat business and future project opportunities.
• Guide and mentor project engineers and other members of the project team.
• Provide accurate, timely project updates to clients and company leadership.

Project Manager Qualifications

• At least three years of experience managing commercial construction or tenant improvement projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to estimate and manage projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, Bluebeam and on-screen takeoff tools.
• Self-motivated, organized and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize effectively and manage current projects while estimating future work.
• Collaborative approach to working with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.

Company Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, including HSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Vehicle allowance
• Annual bonus opportunity

Compensation: $125,000-160,000 plus bonus, depending on experience