Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Commercial Interior Construction

Job Description

This role oversees multiple commercial interior fit-out and renovation projects for nationally recognized brands, from initial kickoff through final completion. The Project Manager leads all aspects of project delivery, including scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and client communication, with a strong emphasis on interior construction and tenant improvements. Typical projects run from several weeks to three months and include retail, restaurant, hospitality, and corporate interior work. This is an on-site position that requires regular presence in both the office and at active job sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial interior construction projects simultaneously, from project kickoff through closeout.
• Lead day-to-day project execution for interior fit-outs, renovations, and tenant improvements in retail, restaurant, hospitality, and corporate environments.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project plans to guide field execution and sequencing.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and third-party vendors across trades such as framing, drywall, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Negotiate subcontractor and vendor pricing to support competitive and accurate estimates and change orders.
• Assist with project estimating, budgeting, and cost management, including tracking expenditures and managing change orders.
• Monitor project progress in the field, proactively identify risks, and resolve scheduling, coordination, or constructability issues.
• Plan and coordinate project phasing and sequencing, particularly within occupied or active environments, to minimize disruption.
• Ensure all projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and contract documents.
• Maintain strong, professional client relationships by providing regular project updates, addressing concerns promptly, and managing expectations.
• Collaborate closely with internal project coordination, engineering, design, preconstruction, and business development teams as needed.
• Support and mentor junior team members and field staff, helping them grow into greater responsibility and leadership.
• Participate in preconstruction activities such as reviewing plans, identifying value engineering opportunities, and assisting with bid preparation.
• Oversee project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, daily reports, and closeout materials, using construction management tools.

Essential Skills

• 510 years of experience in commercial construction, with a strong focus on interior construction and tenant fit-out projects.
• Proven experience managing commercial interior renovations, tenant improvements, and fit-outs for retail, restaurant, hospitality, or corporate clients.
• working for a general contractor on commercial projects.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, project phasing, and logistics in occupied or active environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of interior construction trades such as interior framing, drywall, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical sufficient to coordinate and oversee subcontractors.
• Experience managing subcontractors and vendor relationships, including performance oversight and issue resolution.
• Ability to negotiate pricing with subcontractors and vendors and support accurate estimating and change order management.
• Proficiency in setting up and maintaining project schedules and coordinating teams to meet milestones.
• Experience with construction project management platforms; Procore experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects and concurrent deliverables.
• Clear, professional communication skills for interacting with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to work primarily on site and in the office as needed, rather than in a remote capacity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience delivering commercial interior renovations and tenant improvements for retail stores, restaurants, hospitality spaces, and corporate offices.
• Experience with new construction of free-standing commercial buildings and stores is beneficial, though interior experience is more critical than large ground-up work.
• Experience with renovations, additions, and interior alterations of existing commercial buildings.
• Exposure to specialty shops and high-end commercial fit-outs.
• Interest in developing into a leadership and mentorship role within the project team or broader organization.
• Experience managing fast-paced projects with multiple concurrent deliverables and tight timelines.
• Familiarity with preconstruction processes, including design review, constructability input, and early budgeting.
• Experience with business development support, such as participating in client meetings or helping to present project capabilities, is a plus.
• Bachelors degree is not required; relevant construction and project management experience is valued more highly than formal education.
• Comfort working closely with nationally recognized brands and high-profile clients, maintaining a polished and professional presence on site.

Work Environment

The Project Manager works in a dynamic commercial construction environment that combines time in the office with regular visits to active job sites. Projects focus on interior construction, including fit-outs, renovations, and tenant improvements for well-known retail, restaurant, hospitality, and corporate clients. The role involves frequent coordination with subcontractors and vendors on site, active management of field activities, and direct interaction with clients at their locations. The company operates as a large general contractor specializing in interior construction, with a strong culture of attention to detail, timely project delivery, and comprehensive construction management services. The workload is steady and growing, with an expanding portfolio of projects that supports long-term job stability and opportunities for advancement into mentorship and leadership responsibilities. Work is fast-paced, collaborative, and hands-on, with regular use of construction management software and standard office and field equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Plata, MD.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.28/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Plata, MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in La Plata,MD.

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