# Project Manager - Commercial Construction

> AlphaX · Richmond, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-27

**Salary:** USD 119,000–152,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Commercial Construction Project Manager** to oversee renovation, tenant improvement, and commercial building projects throughout Central Virginia. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of project management experience with a commercial general contractor and can independently manage projects from preconstruction planning through final completion and closeout.

**Direct commercial general contracting experience is required. Candidates with residential-only construction experience will not qualify.**

## Key Responsibilities

-   Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction planning through construction, final turnover, and closeout.
-   Develop project schedules, track milestones, and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
-   Oversee subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, procurement, change orders, and contractual requirements.
-   Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation to resolve issues and maintain coordination.
-   Coordinate with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, superintendents, and field teams to ensure smooth project execution.
-   Manage project budgets, purchase orders, costs, and profitability while identifying and addressing financial variances.
-   Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, track action items, and ensure outstanding issues are resolved promptly.
-   Work closely with field leadership to monitor construction progress, workmanship, safety, and schedule compliance.
-   Identify and mitigate risks related to costs, scheduling, materials, and scope changes.
-   Coordinate material deliveries, inspections, punch lists, warranty requirements, and final owner handover.
-   Provide regular project updates to clients and company leadership, escalating concerns and recommending solutions as needed.

## Requirements

-   **5+ years of commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor.**
-   Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office buildings, institutional facilities, industrial projects, or similar commercial construction work.
-   Ability to independently manage projects through preconstruction, construction, and closeout.
-   Strong knowledge of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
-   Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate clients, design professionals, vendors, and field teams.
-   Understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, and project execution.
-   Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software, as well as Microsoft Office.
-   Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
-   Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia.

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
-   Equivalent hands-on commercial construction experience will also be considered.

## Benefits

-   Compensation based on experience.
-   Health insurance options.
-   Paid time off and paid holidays.
-   Overtime opportunities, where applicable.
-   Company-sponsored benefits and programs.
-   Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
-   Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

## Apply

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