Project Manager – Commercial Construction – Austin TX

Job Title:Project Manager Commercial Construction

Location: Austin TX (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $95000 - $155000 Annually (Based on experience)

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with a nationally recognized construction firm specializing in large complex commercial and healthcare projects. The company is known for its strong safety culture technical expertise and ability to execute high-visibility work across the country.

As an employee-owned organization the firm offers long-term stability a collaborative team environment and meaningful opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement. Project teams are empowered to take ownership of outcomes while being supported by strong internal resources systems and leadership.

Role Overview

The Project Manager provides overall direction and leadership for an entire project or a defined portion of a larger more complex project in partnership with the Project Superintendent. This role is fully responsible for the operation and administration of the project from start to finish including building and maintaining strong relationships with clients design teams and subcontractors.

This is a general contractor-side role. Candidates must come from a GC environment with direct ownership of project management responsibilities. Owners rep developer-side and construction consulting backgrounds will not be considered.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and model a strong safety culture across the project team; investigate safety incidents and retrain staff as needed.
• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support the preconstruction team with quantity takeoffs trade coordination scope of work development bid package development schedule development bid list creation and bid advertisement.
• Lead the buyout process: verify pricing and scope identify successful bidders perform gap analysis against initial scope and manage subcontract issuance.
• Manage the submittal schedule; coordinate priorities with the project team; review and approve all shop drawings and samples prior to submission to architects or engineers.
• Ensure approved submittals are returned to subcontractors and available to the project team per the project schedule and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with Logistics to obtain pricing on materials and equipment.
• Lead coordination among subcontractors owners field leadership design teams and vendors throughout the project.
• Manage the change order process including pricing reviews schedule impacts and owner/architect approvals.
• Lead project meetings including owner-architect-contractor meetings progress meetings and monthly project reviews.
• Oversee subcontractor and owner pay applications on a monthly basis.
• Develop maintain and update the project schedule in collaboration with the Project Superintendent.
• Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies related to scope changes manpower weather and procurement.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and margin forecasts; actively manage budgets and drive financial performance.
• Prepare detailed project documentation related to budget schedule quality safety and legal matters.
• Lead project closeout including punch lists subcontract closeout warranties and final financial reconciliation.
• Interface with legal counsel as required on contractual matters.

Required Background

• Currently or recently employed at a General Contractor (GC); owners rep developer-side and construction consulting backgrounds will not be considered.
• $100M single project experience required; project values must be listed on your resume.
• Experience delivering large commercial projects such as healthcare higher education data centers or major commercial developments; multifamily and residential experience does not qualify.
• 7 years of construction management experience with demonstrated experience running large commercial projects.
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or a related field; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead project teams from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proficiency with project management software and construction accounting platforms.
• Solid understanding of construction means and methods project controls and financial management.
• Strong communication presentation and organizational skills.
• Concrete project management experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with BIM coordination on large commercial projects (preferred).

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Car allowance provided for project-related travel.
  
• Relocation Assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off holidays and parental leave
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Long-term growth potential within a respected employee-owned organization.