Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Actalent is seeking to hire a Construction Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction and tenant improvement projects from budgeting through closeout, with a strong focus on subcontract administration, financial management, scheduling, and overall project execution. This role oversees projects typically ranging from $100K to $5M, including tenant improvements and smaller ground-up work, ensuring that each project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with scope and quality expectations.

• Prepare, issue, and manage subcontracts for Electrical, Mechanical, and Architectural (drywall and framing) trades.
• Administer subcontract changes, including drafting change orders and ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and tracking are in place.
• Buy out subcontractors and support contract negotiation to secure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Prepare and submit owner billings and invoices using approved invoicing systems, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Track project financials, including commitments, cost-to-complete, and cash flow, and report on financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets from initial setup through closeout, including monitoring costs, forecasting, and recommending corrective actions when needed.
• Develop conceptual project budgets for projects ranging from approximately $500K to $5M.
• Support and collaborate with the estimating team by reviewing estimates, influencing pricing strategies, and processing change orders using Excel-based tools.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and construction documents to support estimating, planning, and execution activities.
• Manage and update project schedules in coordination with the superintendent, using tools such as MS Project.
• Track progress against schedule milestones, identify risks or delays, and implement schedule adjustments or recovery plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and organized project records, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and financial documentation.
• Support overall project execution to ensure work is delivered in accordance with scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to resolve issues, clarify scope, and maintain clear communication throughout the project.
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture and represent the company professionally with clients, partners, and field personnel.

• 5+ years of construction management experience with relevant commercial project exposure, including tenant improvement and small ground-up projects in the $500K to $4–5M range.
• Proven experience conceptualizing and managing project budgets from early development through closeout.
• Demonstrated experience writing subcontracts, negotiating contract terms, and managing subcontractor performance.
• Hands-on experience buying out subcontractors and managing trade partners across multiple disciplines.
• Proficiency in Excel for estimating, budgeting, and change management, including the use of Excel-based tools for pricing and financial tracking.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite for communication, documentation, and reporting.
• Experience using Bluebeam or similar tools for plan review and document management.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating costs, schedules, and risks and making data-informed decisions.
• Experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and project schedules in a commercial construction environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Structural Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in commercial construction, including tenant improvements and smaller ground-up projects.
• Experience with change order management, including pricing, documentation, and negotiation.
• Familiarity with contract negotiation principles and best practices in a general contracting environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with estimating, field, and project teams to drive successful project outcomes.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment…