Robert Half is seeking a customer-focused Commercial Project Manager to lead complex construction projects from pre-construction through closeout while serving as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. This individual will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate combines strong project management expertise with an exceptional customer service mindset, building trusted relationships and creating a positive client experience throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of commercial construction projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and closeout.
- Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining consistent communication and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and progress reports.
- Lead project meetings with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal team members.
- Proactively identify project risks and develop solutions to minimize delays, cost overruns, and disruptions.
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure project milestones are achieved.
- Review and manage contracts, change orders, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
- Monitor project financial performance, including cost control, billing, and forecasting.
- Collaborate closely with Superintendents to ensure field operations align with project objectives and client expectations.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, safety regulations, building codes, and contractual requirements.
- Resolve client concerns professionally and efficiently while maintaining positive business relationships.
- Mentor and provide guidance to Assistant Project Managers and project support staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
- Proven experience managing multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, contract administration, and project controls.
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate challenging conversations while maintaining strong client partnerships.
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Sage, or similar platforms.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets and forecasts.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
