Retail Construction Project Lead - In-Person Duluth, GA

United Future; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

United Future is seeking a Retail Construction Project Manager to lead projects from preconstruction through closeout at our Duluth, GA office. This in-person role requires coordinating budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and client communication to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail/construction, strong drawing/code knowledge, and proficiency with ProjectSight, Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam. OSHA 30 preferred; PMP/CCM a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing retail or commercial construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams concurrently.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, codes, materials, and building methods.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., ProjectSight, Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred. PMP or CCM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and completion of retail construction projects (interior renovations, ground-up builds, tenant improvements).
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost reporting.
• Coordinate daily with field staff, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Maintain strong client relationships with transparent and responsive communication.
• Track and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation.
• Ensure quality control, site safety, and compliance with building codes.
• Monitor project costs and provide regular forecasting to leadership.
• Collaborate with accounting, procurement, and legal departments.

Skills

Project management

Construction expertise

Communication

Reading drawings / codes

Schedule management

Vendor coordination

Quality control

OSHA 30 (preferred)

PMP/CCM certification (a plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

ProjectSight

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

United Future is seeking a Retail Construction Project Manager to lead projects from preconstruction through closeout at our Duluth, GA office. This in-person role requires coordinating budgets, schedules, RFIs, submittals, and client communication to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in retail/construction, strong drawing/code knowledge, and proficiency with ProjectSight, Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam. OSHA 30 preferred; PMP/CCM a plus.