Senior Project Manager - Drywall

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC.; Cartersville, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC. is partnering with a well-established commercial drywall contractor in the Northwest Atlanta area to recruit a Senior Project Manager. This leadership role requires directing multiple projects, managing teams, and ensuring profitability, quality, and safety.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of PM experience in commercial drywall or metal framing, with strong client relationships and bid experience. Travel and onsite oversight are likely in this dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 8–10 years of PM experience in commercial drywall or metal framing preferred.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple commercial drywall projects from preconstruction to closeout.
• Establish budgets, pricing, GMP and lump-sum contracts; manage cost controls.
• Lead subcontractor negotiations and procurement; direct preconstruction activities.
• Develop project schedules, monitor progress, and report on performance.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with contract terms.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Negotiation

Communication

Construction drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Construction-management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Commercial Drywall

Location: Northwest Atlanta, Georgia
Position Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commercial Drywall and Metal Stud Framing

The Opportunity

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnering with a well-established commercial drywall contractor seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for its Northwest Atlanta operation.

This leadership-level position is ideal for a proven drywall professional who can manage multiple projects or large, complex assignments from preconstruction through final closeout. The Senior Project Manager will oversee project teams, maintain strong client relationships, protect profitability, and ensure every project is completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

Experience managing mission-critical construction projects is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial drywall projects or large, complex assignments.
• Estimate projects and establish budgets and contract pricing, including GMP and lump-sum contracts.
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontractor agreements and material purchases.
• Direct preconstruction activities and support the estimating team as a bid-item specialist.
• Prepare, negotiate, and issue subcontract bid packages.
• Establish project procedures to ensure timely buyout, shop drawing approval, procurement, and material delivery.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost controls, and reporting.
• Review contract requirements and ensure compliance with all terms and conditions.
• Build strong working relationships with owners, architects, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Partner with field leadership to develop and implement project-specific safety plans.
• Lead, train, and supervise project teams according to company policies and performance standards.
• Organize and conduct regular project meetings with management, field personnel, and subcontractors.
• Document significant project events, including delays, change orders, claims, and safety incidents.
• Maintain quality control and protect the integrity of the completed work.
• Identify and resolve potential conflicts before they become claims.
• Complete all project closeout procedures accurately and promptly.
• Deliver projects at the full projected fee or better.
• Support business development efforts and participate in project interviews and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent commercial drywall experience.
• Eight to ten years of construction project management experience, preferably with a commercial drywall or metal framing contractor.
• Experience supervising project teams and managing large or technically complex projects.
• Mission-critical project experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-development ability.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Strong computer and construction-management software skills.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
• Thorough understanding of scheduling, cost control, procurement, estimating, change-order management, and project closeout.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and established commercial contractor.
• Manage challenging, high-profile projects in a growing Atlanta market.
• Take on a visible leadership role with meaningful influence over project outcomes.
• Work with an experienced team committed to safety, quality, accountability, and profitability.
• Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package based on experience.