Senior Commercial Project Manager Lead High-Profile Builds

Cleveland Construction, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance + 1

401k

Employee Discount Program

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Competitive Pay + other packages

Job summary

Cleveland Construction, Inc. in Mentor, Ohio, is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to serve as the primary project planner for high-profile commercial construction projects across the US, with minimal travel to job sites.

You will create realistic timelines, oversee costs, negotiate contracts, secure licenses, and be the main client liaison, ensuring on-time delivery and strict safety compliance. This role requires leadership across teams and a hands-on approach to reviewing plans and

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience as a GC Commercial Construction Project Manager.
• Degree in Construction Management, civil engineering, or other related field preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, understand mechanical and electrical systems, and use project scheduling or CAD software.
• Strong leadership, budget tracking, negotiation, and risk-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create realistic project timelines, track milestones, and manage the critical path from pre-construction to closeout.
• Oversee project costs, manage subcontractor bids, process pay applications, and prevent budget overages.
• Negotiate and draft contracts with general contractors, architects, engineers, and suppliers.
• Secure necessary local building licenses and ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, reporting progress updates and resolving site issues immediately.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Budget tracking

Education

Construction Management degree

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Project scheduling software

Job description

Cleveland Construction, Inc. in Mentor, Ohio, is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to serve as the primary project planner for high-profile commercial construction projects across the US, with minimal travel to job sites.

You will create realistic timelines, oversee costs, negotiate contracts, secure licenses, and be the main client liaison, ensuring on-time delivery and strict safety compliance. This role requires leadership across teams and a hands-on approach to reviewing plans and