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Project Manager – Commercial Interior Construction

This Project Manager role focuses on leading commercial interior fit-out and renovation projects from concept through completion. You oversee large-scale builds for a general contractor specializing in interior construction, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality. The position offers a strong opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a mentorship role while managing complex commercial construction projects in active customer environments.

• Lead and manage commercial interior fit-out and renovation projects, including large builds, from planning through final delivery.
• Review and interpret construction plans and drawings, ensuring all project team members understand scope, phasing, and design intent.
• Develop, maintain, and adjust detailed project schedules, sequencing interior work such as framing, drywall, ceilings, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Coordinate construction activities when materials or finishes (such as ceiling tiles) are delayed, maintaining progress by re-phasing work and adjusting plans as needed.
• Oversee interior framing, drywall installation, and other core interior construction activities to meet quality and safety standards.
• Manage subcontractors and third-party vendors, including selection, coordination, and performance oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and vendors, and support or perform estimating activities to ensure accurate budgets and competitive bids.
• Prepare, review, and manage change orders, ensuring scope changes are documented, priced, approved, and communicated to all stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with clients and on-site customer teams to minimize disruption and maintain a professional presence in occupied commercial spaces.
• Use construction management software (including Procore) and related tools to track project progress, documentation, and communication.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and mechanical disciplines to align construction execution with technical requirements and design specifications.
• Monitor project timelines, costs, and quality, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to project coordination staff and field teams, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and company standards across all phases of construction.
• Participate in regular project meetings with stakeholders, providing clear updates on schedule, budget, and construction progress.

• 5–10 years of experience in commercial construction, with a focus on interior fit-outs and renovations.
• Proven background working for or with general contractors on large commercial interior builds.
• Hands-on experience with interior framing and drywall work, and a strong understanding of interior construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical drawings accurately.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and managing detailed construction schedules for complex interior projects.
• Strong knowledge of lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems as they relate to interior construction and phasing.
• Experience managing subcontractors, including coordination of work, performance oversight, and issue resolution.
• Skill in negotiating pricing with subcontractors and vendors to meet budget and quality objectives.
• Experience with estimating construction work, including reviewing quantities, scopes, and cost breakdowns.
• Proficiency in preparing and managing change orders and understanding their impact on schedule and budget.
• Experience coordinating with third-party vendors and stakeholders in active commercial environments.
• Familiarity with construction management platforms such as Procore.
• Solid construction management and project coordination skills, including communication, organization, and problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to timely project delivery in commercial interior settings.