Project Manager – Commercial General Contractor
Location: Nashville, TN
Compensation: $90,000 – $125,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Position Overview
An established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful execution of commercial construction projects throughout the Nashville region and surrounding markets.
This position will be responsible for managing all major aspects of assigned projects, including scheduling, financial performance, subcontractor coordination, contract administration, quality control, and client relationships. The Project Manager will work closely with field supervision, project engineers, assistant project managers, design professionals, and trade partners to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
The company delivers a diverse range of construction projects, including ground-up development, renovations, multi-story hospitality, retail, industrial, healthcare, educational, and mixed-use facilities.
The ideal candidate is a well-rounded construction professional who combines technical project management expertise with strong leadership skills, financial accountability, and a commitment to client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution
- Direct day-to-day project management activities from preconstruction coordination through final completion and closeout.
- Provide leadership and oversight to Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers while collaborating closely with the Project Superintendent.
- Facilitate project kickoff meetings, construction coordination sessions, and regularly scheduled meetings with owners and project stakeholders.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Identify and resolve design discrepancies, construction conflicts, and other project-related challenges.
- Ensure coordination between office management functions and field operations to support successful project delivery.
Scheduling & Resource Coordination
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive construction schedules in partnership with field leadership.
- Monitor project milestones, critical activities, subcontractor progress, and material procurement requirements.
- Coordinate subcontractor activities, vendor commitments, and equipment deliveries to support established project timelines.
- Evaluate schedule impacts and implement appropriate adjustments as project conditions evolve.
- Prepare and submit contractual requests for schedule extensions when warranted by project circumstances.
Budget Management & Contract Administration
- Maintain responsibility for project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, and budget compliance.
- Evaluate job cost reports, identify potential budget variances, and develop corrective measures to address cost overruns.
- Review, assign appropriate cost codes, and authorize subcontractor payment applications, supplier invoices, and other project expenditures.
- Coordinate with the Superintendent to prepare monthly progress billings and accurate percentage-of-completion reporting.
- Develop pricing for proposed scope modifications and prepare formal change requests.
- Negotiate, document, and administer change orders involving owners, architects, subcontractors, and other project participants.
- Maintain accurate financial documentation and project cost records throughout the construction lifecycle.
Subcontractor Management & Procurement
- Manage subcontractor and supplier coordination to ensure performance aligns with project schedules, quality expectations, and contractual obligations.
- Establish productive working relationships with trade contractors and material vendors.
- Oversee the preparation, tracking, review, and processing of construction submittals.
- Monitor material and equipment procurement activities to ensure required products are approved and delivered in accordance with project needs.
- Address subcontractor performance concerns and coordinate solutions to minimize disruption to construction activities.
Safety, Quality & Project Documentation
- Administer and support the project's Site-Specific Safety Program in coordination with field management.
- Promote compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable industry safety standards.
- Support quality assurance and quality control efforts throughout all phases of construction.
- Ensure established company procedures and project management processes are consistently followed.
- Maintain organized and accurate contract documentation, correspondence, project files, and construction records.
- Oversee the ongoing maintenance of as-built documentation and other required project closeout records.
Team Development & Professional Representation
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
- Foster effective communication, accountability, and collaboration among project team members.
- Represent the company professionally at construction industry meetings, networking functions, and related events.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, design professionals, and industry partners.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of applicable construction experience, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- At least 5 years of experience managing commercial construction projects valued up to $15 million, or comparable experience supporting a Senior Project Manager on larger, more complex projects.
- Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, project delivery processes, and contract administration.
- Demonstrated ability to manage construction budgets, analyze project costs, and maintain financial accountability.
- Experience developing and managing construction schedules, coordinating subcontractors, and monitoring project milestones.
- Working knowledge of project billing, cost coding, change order management, and procurement activities.
- Understanding of construction safety requirements, including OSHA regulations and site-specific safety practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple project priorities while maintaining attention to detail and overall project objectives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a proactive, results-oriented construction professional who takes ownership of assigned projects and understands the importance of balancing schedule, cost, quality, and client expectations.
This role is well suited for an individual who enjoys leading project teams, solving complex construction challenges, and developing lasting relationships with clients and trade partners.
Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, personal accountability, adaptability, and a collaborative leadership approach.
Compensation & Benefits
The company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support long-term professional growth and employee retention.
- Annual Base Salary: $90,000 – $125,000 (+ for more experienced candidates)
- Offers both annual discretionary bonuses and project bonuses.
- Comprehensive employee benefits package
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Vehicle allowance
- Collaborative, team-oriented working environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Equal Opportunity Employer
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.