Project Manager - Commercial ConstructionLocation: San Francisco Bay Area, CA (Peninsula, South Bay & East Bay)
Salary: $130,000-$200,000 Base
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
We are partnering with an established commercial general contractor in the San Francisco Bay Area that is seeking a Project Manager to oversee commercial tenant improvement, renovation, and redevelopment projects.
The company specializes in life sciences, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, technology offices, and corporate campus environments.
Projects typically range from $10M-$30M, with fast-paced schedules and significant opportunities for ownership. The company has successfully delivered projects valued up to $120M.
This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional who wants more autonomy, direct involvement with company leadership, and career advancement without the traditional corporate hierarchy.
Responsibilities
- Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, subcontractor coordination, and contract administration.
- Lead project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
- Work closely with Superintendents to coordinate field operations and construction sequencing.
- Monitor project financial performance, forecasting, and cost controls.
- Identify and resolve scheduling, design, and constructability challenges.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality expectations.
Qualifications
- Commercial general contractor experience strongly preferred.
- Experience managing or supporting tenant improvement, renovation, or redevelopment projects.
- Background in life sciences, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, corporate office, healthcare, or related commercial sectors is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, and construction operations.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of project outcomes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
- Open to experienced Project Engineers or Assistant Project Managers who demonstrate the ability to step into greater responsibility.
- Must currently reside in the San Francisco Bay Area or within a realistic commuting distance.
- No relocation assistance available.
Compensation & Benefits
- $130,000-$200,000 base salary, depending on experience.
- Employer-paid health insurance with no employee paycheck deductions for coverage.
- Company vehicle and gas card.
- Significant opportunity for professional advancement and increased responsibility.
- Direct involvement with company ownership and leadership.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial, close-knit work environment.
This contractor does not operate on a rigid promotion structure. Employees are rewarded based on their performance, leadership, and ability to deliver results.
For Project Managers who feel underutilized at larger organizations or are looking for an opportunity to take greater ownership of their work, this position offers significant long-term growth potential.
Interested? Apply or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.
