Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Commonwealth Building Inc.; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Building, Inc. in Rockland, MA, is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction to lead on-site delivery of multi-phase projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will coordinate schedules, manage subs and vendors, review drawings, control costs and risk, and ensure compliance with safety standards while mentoring staff and liaising with clients and design teams. This full-time role offers a stable environment with opportunities to manage diverse commercial

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills in commercial construction, with experience leading complex, multi-phase builds.
• Experience coordinating materials, expediting, and vendor relations.
• On-site quality and safety oversight with knowledge of building codes and permitting.
• Proficiency with scheduling and budgeting tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, and delivery from preconstruction to closeout.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Monitor safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on site.
• Prepare status reports and maintain documentation for stakeholders.
• Mentor staff and promote best practices across project teams.

Skills

Project management

Expediting

Materials coordination

Quality & safety oversight

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Company Description: Commonwealth Building, Inc. is a full-service commercial construction company serving the New England region. The organization delivers preconstruction planning, general contracting, design-build, maintenance, and special project services across retail, restaurant, corporate, and broader commercial market sectors. Team members work with an extensive portfolio of clients and project types, offering opportunities to manage diverse and complex builds. Commonwealth Building, Inc. emphasizes long-term partnerships, maintaining strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors. The company is proud of its high employee retention and collaborative culture, providing a stable environment for career growth in commercial construction.

Role Description

The Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction is a full-time, on-site role based in Rockland, MA. This role oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating project schedules, managing subcontractors and vendors, reviewing drawings and specifications, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues and keep projects on track. The Senior Project Manager will lead regular progress meetings, monitor site activities, support inspections, and prepare status reports and documentation for stakeholders. This role also contributes to cost control, change management, risk mitigation, and client communication, while mentoring project staff and promoting best practices across project teams.

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills in commercial construction, including Project Management and Expediting, with experience leading complex, multi-phase builds.


• Background in coordinating materials and services, with Expeditor and Logistics Management skills to manage schedules, deliveries, and vendor relations.


• Experience with onsite quality and safety oversight, including Inspection skills and familiarity with building codes, permitting, and regulatory compliance.


• Proficiency in construction documentation, scheduling, and budgeting tools (e.g., MS Project or similar), and the ability to analyze and interpret plans and specifications.


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.


• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring project staff, managing cross-functional teams, and making informed decisions under time constraints.


• Prior experience in commercial sectors such as retail, restaurant, corporate, or related markets; New England regional experience is beneficial.


• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.


• Working knowledge of construction safety practices and standards; OSHA training or similar credentials are an advantage.