Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Job Details

Lead high-impact commercial projects across the Bay Area with strong MEP emphasis, competitive $120K–$150K pay, full benefits including 401(k) and gym subsidy, and real ownership over schedules, costs, and teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A dynamic leader in commercial construction focused on delivering high-quality projects, strong collaboration with owners, architects, and trades, and meaningful career growth through hands‑on project ownership and mentorship.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays and sick time
• Commuter benefits (CA)
• Gym subsidy
• OSHA 10/30 training
• Career growth through project variety, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, high-ownership team culture with exposure to diverse clients and trades

• Manage full project lifecycle for commercial construction projects across the Bay Area, including schedules, quality control, and stakeholder communication (owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors)
• Lead pre‑construction efforts: coordinate job walks, prepare RFPs, analyze subcontractor proposals, generate bid tabulations, produce quantity take-offs, and contribute to constructability reviews
• Oversee cost control: track and manage change orders, prepare owner billings, route invoices, and execute financial close‑out
• Maintain document control: manage RFI, submittal, and change order logs; update master drawing sets; distribute project documentation
• Develop, monitor, and update master schedules and 3‑week rolling schedules; identify impacts and solutions
• Conduct weekly subcontractor meetings and participate in OAC meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate project teams including Superintendents, Project Engineers, and Project Administrators
• Apply strong technical knowledge of building trades, methods, materials, and especially MEP systems to resolve field issues and review submittals
• Support safety initiatives, site‑specific safety plans, and job hazard analysis
• Coordinate with estimating on budgets, bid review, and value engineering opportunities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships focused on long‑term partnerships and excellent customer service

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related construction field
• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction experience
• Strong estimating skills and solid understanding of building trades, methods, and materials with emphasis on MEP systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects concurrently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Resourceful problem‑solver with the ability to create and support team morale
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software (MS Project and/or Primavera), accounting systems, and estimating software
• Preferred: LEED AP; working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, advanced technology facilities, and best industry practices for design and construction

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