Project Manager - Commercial - Freeport ME

Project Manager

Lead impactful commercial projects close to home. Join a respected builder with diverse, high-profile projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established construction organization known for delivering complex and meaningful projects across a variety of sectors. The company values collaboration, quality craftsmanship, employee development, and maintaining a strong work-life balance for its team.

Job Description

Lead commercial construction projects from contract award through completion and owner turnover. Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and overall project performance. Coordinate with preconstruction, estimating, field operations, and leadership teams to ensure project success. Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project documentation to support effective execution. Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies. Manage project budgets, profitability, cost reporting, and financial forecasting. Oversee billings, change orders, payment applications, and cost control processes. Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and key stakeholders. Lead project meetings and provide clear, consistent project updates. Build and maintain strong client relationships that drive repeat business opportunities. Partner with Superintendents to align office and field activities and maintain project momentum. Mentor Assistant Project Managers and support team development. Negotiate, administer, and manage subcontractor agreements and performance. Coordinate procurement activities to ensure materials and equipment are available on schedule. Resolve project challenges through effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving. Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Oversee project closeout activities, including punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A Successful Project Manager should have: 5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction. Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control. Experience managing projects ranging from renovations to ground-up construction. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office. Valid driver's license. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Experience with municipal, public sector, healthcare, federal, or institutional construction projects. Design-build project experience. Familiarity with Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar project management software.

What's on Offer

Lead diverse, high-impact commercial projects from preconstruction to closeout. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with projects located close to home. Work alongside experienced construction professionals in a collaborative environment. Build relationships with repeat clients and contribute to long-term business success. Gain exposure to a wide range of projects, from historic renovations to ground-up construction.