Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Commonwealth Building Inc.; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Building, Inc. seeks a Senior Project Manager for on-site management of commercial construction projects in Rockland, MA. You will supervise planning, execution, and closeout, coordinating schedules, subcontractors, and vendors while ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence.

Responsibilities include leading meetings, reviewing drawings, preparing reports, and mentoring staff to uphold best practices across projects. Strong communication and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex commercial construction projects.
• Knowledge of codes, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and leadership across teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project schedules and manage subcontractors.
• Review drawings and specifications with internal and external teams.
• Lead progress meetings and monitor site activities.
• Support cost control, change management, and risk mitigation.
• Mentor project staff and promote best practices.

Skills

Project management

Expediting

Scheduling

Budgeting

Quality & safety

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

MS Project

Job description

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.