Commercial Construction Project Manager

Hatteras Capital Advisors
  • Raleigh, NC
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4 days ago

Job Description

This job is posted on behalf of Hatteras Capital Advisors by Top Echelon.


PROJECT MANAGER | COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION


Location: Raleigh, NC
Position Type: Full Time
Industry: Commercial Construction


COMPANY PROFILE


Established commercial construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects across healthcare, higher education, commercial, and institutional markets throughout the Southeast and Mid Atlantic regions.


This organization is known for its collaborative culture, long term client relationships, and commitment to excellence in construction management and project delivery.


POSITION OVERVIEW


We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead and manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and owner turnover.


The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing ground up construction, renovations, expansions, and complex commercial projects, preferably within healthcare, higher education, and institutional environments.


This position requires a strong understanding of construction operations, project financial management, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and client relations.


The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the highest standards of quality.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


Project Management & Execution




  • Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and closeout




  • Take ownership of project performance, including schedules, budgets, quality, and client satisfaction




  • Coordinate with Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners




  • Oversee daily project management activities and ensure successful execution of project objectives




  • Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication among project stakeholders




  • Identify potential project challenges and proactively implement solutions




  • Manage multiple project priorities while maintaining accountability for performance and deliverables




Preconstruction & Project Planning




  • Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams during budgeting, planning, and procurement




  • Participate in constructability reviews, value engineering, and project logistics planning




  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules in collaboration with field leadership




  • Establish project execution strategies, milestones, and resource requirements




  • Coordinate subcontractor bidding, scope reviews, procurement, and contract awards




  • Ensure project documentation and contractual requirements are clearly established before construction begins




Financial Management & Cost Control




  • Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performance




  • Review and monitor project expenditures, commitments, and cost reports




  • Prepare and manage owner and subcontractor change orders




  • Oversee subcontractor payment applications and owner billing




  • Identify financial risks and develop strategies to protect project profitability




  • Maintain accurate cost projections and regularly report financial performance to senior management




  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company financial procedures




Scheduling & Subcontractor Coordination




  • Work closely with Superintendents to develop, maintain, and execute project schedules




  • Coordinate subcontractor activities, procurement, material deliveries, and construction milestones




  • Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when necessary




  • Manage RFIs, submittals, drawing revisions, and other critical project documentation




  • Ensure subcontractors fulfill contractual obligations and performance expectations




  • Facilitate regular coordination meetings with project teams and external stakeholders




Client & Stakeholder Relations




  • Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders




  • Establish and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle




  • Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions in a professional and timely manner




  • Manage owner expectations while maintaining project objectives and contractual commitments




  • Participate in owner meetings and provide accurate project status reports




  • Support repeat business opportunities through exceptional project delivery and client service




Quality, Safety & Compliance




  • Partner with field leadership to maintain a strong culture of safety and accountability




  • Ensure projects comply with applicable building codes, contractual requirements, and quality standards




  • Monitor project quality and coordinate resolution of construction deficiencies




  • Support implementation of company safety policies and OSHA requirements




  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved submittals, and construction documents




Project Closeout & Turnover




  • Manage project closeout activities, including punch lists, inspections, commissioning, and owner turnover




  • Coordinate warranties, as built drawings, operations manuals, and required closeout documentation




  • Ensure financial closeout, subcontractor reconciliation, and final billing are completed accurately




  • Maintain positive owner relationships through final project completion




QUALIFICATIONS


Required




  • Minimum 7 years of commercial construction project management experience, preferably with a General Contractor or Construction Management firm




  • Demonstrated success managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout




  • Experience with ground up construction, major renovations, additions, or institutional projects




  • Strong knowledge of project budgeting, cost controls, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration




  • Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating with field leadership




  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documentation




  • Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction project management software




  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem solving skills




  • Ability to independently manage project responsibilities and maintain accountability for project performance




Preferred




  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline




  • Experience with healthcare, hospital, higher education, or institutional construction projects




  • Experience managing commercial construction projects valued at $5 million to $100 million




  • Experience with both ground up construction and renovations in occupied facilities




  • Familiarity with Bluebeam, MS Project, and other construction management technologies




  • Knowledge of healthcare construction requirements, including infection control and phased construction in occupied environments




  • Experience mentoring Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers




SKILLS & PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES




  • Strong organizational, leadership, and project management abilities




  • Excellent financial management and cost forecasting skills




  • Ability to manage competing priorities and demanding construction schedules




  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project challenges




  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across project teams




  • High level of accountability, integrity, and professionalism




  • Ability to work collaboratively with field personnel and executive leadership




  • Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, and project risk management




  • Commitment to delivering exceptional construction quality and customer service




WORK ENVIRONMENT




  • Position based in Raleigh, North Carolina




  • Combination of office based project management and regular construction site visits




  • Projects may include healthcare facilities, educational institutions, commercial developments, and occupied facility renovations




  • Regional travel to project sites may be required




  • Ability to work in active construction environments and coordinate with field operations as necessary




WHAT THIS COMPANY OFFERS




  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package




  • Opportunities to manage significant commercial construction projects




  • Strong long term career growth and advancement potential




  • Collaborative working environment with experienced construction professionals




  • Exposure to diverse healthcare, higher education, and institutional projects




  • Established company culture emphasizing quality, integrity, teamwork, and client satisfaction




  • Opportunity to contribute to a respected construction organization with a strong regional presence




IDEAL CANDIDATE


The ideal candidate is an experienced Commercial Construction Project Manager with a strong background working for a General Contractor or Construction Management firm.


This individual understands the complete construction project lifecycle and possesses the technical, financial, and leadership skills necessary to successfully manage complex commercial projects.


Candidates with demonstrated experience in healthcare, higher education, institutional construction, and projects ranging from $5 million to $100 million are particularly encouraged to apply.


We are seeking a proactive, detail oriented professional who takes ownership of project outcomes, builds strong relationships with owners and subcontractors, and consistently delivers projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Numbers & Facts

LocationRaleigh, NC

Skills

  • Biddingunmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Building Renovationunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Contractsunmatched
  • Construction Controlunmatched
  • Construction Document Setunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Project Managementunmatched
  • Construction Project Management Softwareunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Construction Scheduleunmatched
  • Contract Managementunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Corporate Financeunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Cost Engineeringunmatched
  • Cost Estimatesunmatched
  • Cost Forecastingunmatched
  • Cost Reportingunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Expense Trackingunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • Financial Proceduresunmatched
  • Financial Projectionsunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Riskunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Healthcare Qualityunmatched
  • Higher Educationunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Hospital/Healthcare Constructionunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Projectunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • OSHAunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Plan Meetingsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procurement Planningunmatched
  • Profit & Lossunmatched
  • Project Close-Outunmatched
  • Project Engineeringunmatched
  • Project Executionunmatched
  • Project Lifecycleunmatched
  • Project Planningunmatched
  • Project Scheduleunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Quality Monitoringunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Risk Managementunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Status Reportsunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Value Engineeringunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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