Project Manager — Commercial Construction

Role: Project Manager — Commercial Construction

Location: Greater St. Louis, Missouri

Ideal Candidate

A construction Project Manager who has personally managed commercial projects, understands budgets and schedules, coordinates subcontractors effectively, and can take responsibility for projects from preconstruction to closeout.

About the Role

The employer is a woman-owned construction firm providing general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. Its projects span commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, multifamily, senior living, and agricultural sectors.

The Project Manager will lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout, coordinating clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams while managing cost, schedule, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction

Develop and manage bid and estimating processes.

Review project scopes and qualify bids.

Execute project buyouts and establish base budgets.

Create and maintain project schedules.

Prepare submittal logs and communicate with clients.

Construction Management

Lead Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings.

Track change orders and communicate cost impacts.

Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, cost reports, and forecasts.

Coordinate with Superintendents on quality control, safety, and schedules.

Maintain communication with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.

Project Closeout

Collect and organize closeout documentation and warranty information.

Deliver Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals.

Coordinate facility training sessions for clients.

Mandatory Experience

At least 5 years of successful Project Management experience.

At least 1 year of experience working with a General Contractor.

Commercial construction project management experience.

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Knowledge of architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry practices.

Proficiency with project management software such as Procore.

A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.