# Project Manager - Commercial Construction

> AlphaX · Richmond, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-20

**Salary:** USD 119,000–152,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re looking for a proven Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead renovation, tenant improvement, and other commercial building projects across Central Virginia. This role requires direct experience with a commercial general contractor and the ability to take full ownership of project delivery, from preconstruction planning and subcontractor procurement through construction, client turnover, and closeout.

Key Responsibilities

-   Take ownership of commercial construction projects from initial planning through final completion, ensuring delivery meets contractual, financial, schedule, and quality requirements.
-   Build and manage project schedules, monitor critical milestones, and develop solutions to keep work on track.
-   Oversee subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, procurement activities, change orders, and contractual deliverables.
-   Review construction plans, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and other project records to resolve discrepancies and maintain coordination.
-   Serve as the central point of coordination for clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, Superintendents, and field personnel.
-   Manage project budgets, purchase orders, committed costs, expenses, and profitability; address variances before they affect project performance.
-   Lead project meetings, communicate decisions, assign follow-up actions, and ensure outstanding issues are resolved promptly.
-   Partner with field leadership to monitor construction progress, workmanship, safety practices, and adherence to project schedules.
-   Anticipate risks involving cost, scheduling, scope, and materials, then implement corrective measures to minimize disruption.
-   Coordinate material orders, deliveries, inspections, punch-list completion, warranty requirements, and owner handover.
-   Provide clear, consistent project updates to clients and company leadership, escalating critical issues and recommending solutions.

## Requirements

-   **5+ years of commercial construction project management experience with a general contractor is required.**
-   Demonstrated experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office buildings, institutional facilities, industrial projects, or comparable work.
-   Ability to independently direct projects through preconstruction, active construction, and final closeout.
-   Strong command of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, submittals, and change-order management.
-   Proven ability to manage subcontractor performance and coordinate clients, design professionals, vendors, and field teams.
-   Knowledge of commercial construction methods, sequencing, site logistics, and project execution.
-   Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software, along with Microsoft Office.
-   Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
-   Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
-   Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations throughout Central Virginia.

**Important:** Direct commercial general contracting experience is mandatory. Candidates with residential construction experience only will not qualify.

## 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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