Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title:

Construction Project Manager

Job Description

This role leads commercial construction projects from initial bid through final completion for a general contractor with projects across the country. The Construction Project Manager oversees all phases of the project lifecycle, partnering closely with estimating, design teams, subcontractors, and clients to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget. This position offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of ground-up and tenant improvement projects, including retail and healthcare facilities, while contributing to the continued growth of a well-established construction organization.

Responsibilities

+ Lead construction projects from cradle to grave, managing all phases from bid development through project closeout and final walk-through.

+ Collaborate with the estimating team to develop competitive and accurate bids, providing project insights, constructability feedback, and schedule considerations.

+ Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, designers, and architects to support current projects and identify opportunities for future business.

+ Oversee all pre-construction activities, including coordinating design development, managing design changes, and organizing pre-construction meetings.

+ Manage and process change orders, ensuring all scope changes are documented, priced, approved, and incorporated into project schedules and budgets.

+ Create, maintain, and adjust project schedules, ensuring that all milestones and deadlines are clearly communicated and met.

+ Provide active project management throughout construction, monitoring progress, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment with project scope, budget, and quality standards.

+ Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, quality, or project objectives.

+ Lead weekly meetings with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors to review project status, address challenges, and coordinate upcoming work.

+ Ensure that all project documentation, including contracts, schedules, change orders, and reports, is accurate, up to date, and properly organized.

+ Coordinate with field superintendents to support daily site activities, resource allocation, and adherence to project plans and timelines.

+ Work closely with owners and architects at project completion to address and resolve punch list items, conduct walk-throughs, and ensure all closeout requirements are met.

+ Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and resources across a range of project sizes and types.

+ Collaborate with internal support teams, including bid coordinators, estimators, assistant project managers, and project coordinators, to ensure cohesive project delivery.

+ Support the organization's growth by contributing to client satisfaction, repeat business, and expansion of the client base.

Essential Skills

+ At least 4 years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction.

+ At least 3 years of experience managing ground-up or tenant improvement construction projects.

+ Proven experience managing projects from bid through completion, including pre-construction, construction, and closeout phases.

+ Strong construction management skills, including scope control, budget oversight, and schedule management.

+ Hands-on experience with change order management, including pricing, documentation, and approvals.

+ Experience collaborating with estimating teams to develop bids and project proposals.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage and adjust project schedules to meet milestones and client expectations.

+ Experience working on commercial construction projects such as retail spaces, coffee shops, clinics, or similar facilities.

+ Ability to lead and facilitate weekly project meetings with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors.

+ Strong relationship-building skills with clients, subcontractors, designers, and architects.

+ Ability to oversee multiple projects at once while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget.

+ Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience managing a wide variety of project sizes, from small tenant improvements such as coffee shops to larger facilities such as clinics.

+ Experience in retail construction projects with diverse scopes and sizes.

+ Experience working closely with owners and architects on punch lists, walk-throughs, and project closeout.

+ Comfort working within a structured project team that includes multiple project managers, assistant project managers, coordinators, estimators, and superintendents.

+ Interest in contributing to a growing organization that is expanding its client base and project portfolio.

+ Ability to adapt to changing project demands and support a range of clients and project types.

Work Environment

The office is located in Lake Elmo, and the role is based on-site in the office full time, so candidates should be comfortable with a…