Project Manager - Commercial Construction - Richmond, VA

Richmond, Virginia Permanent USD95,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
The Project Manager - Commercial Construction - Richmond, VA role is responsible for leading construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, budget, schedule, and quality goals are met. You will collaborate closely with field teams, clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver successful projects and maintain strong relationships.
  • Lead high-impact construction projects from start to finish!
  • family-oriented, safety first, customer-centric environment!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing construction firm known for delivering high-quality projects and building long-term client partnerships. They foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and professional development. This company specializes in commercial, public, retail, hospitalty and industrial project sectors.

Job Description

The Project Manager - Commercial Construction - Richmond, VA will be responsible for:

  • Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring all on-site personnel follow safety and environmental standards
  • Manage all phases of construction projects, coordinating with field teams, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Maintain schedules, budgets, and project timelines to ensure successful delivery
  • Lead communication across project stakeholders including clients, architects, and consultants
  • Oversee RFIs, submittals, project documentation, and correspondence
  • Run project meetings (internal and client-facing) and distribute detailed meeting minutes
  • Support field teams with quality control processes and subcontractor coordination
  • Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with project teams and trade partners
  • Manage subcontractor buyout, scope definition, and procurement of major materials
  • Conduct site walks and inspections to monitor progress and address issues proactively
  • Ensure proper project closeout, punch lists, and turnover documentation
  • Assist with estimating, GMP development, and risk management initiatives
  • Maintain accurate tracking of action items, deliverables, and project 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 - Commercial Construction - Richmond, VA should have:

  • 10+ years of construction project management experience
  • High school diploma required; degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, project processes, and trade scopes
  • Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and multiple stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and construction/project management software
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents
  • Experience with scheduling tools and document control processes
  • Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
  • Familiarity with Lean construction principles is a plus

What's on Offer

The Project Manager - Commercial Construction - Richmond, VA will receive

  • Competitive compensation $95,000-$120,000 annually
  • Full benefits and 401(k) match
  • Opportunity to lead complex, high-visibility construction projects
  • Strong emphasis on team collaboration and supportive leadership
  • Clear path for professional growth, training, and certifications
  • Work for a company that values safety, quality, and long-term client relationships
Contact
Morgan Metcalf
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7061576

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Richmond
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Morgan Metcalf
Job Reference
JN-072026-7061576