Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Athens, Georgia Permanent USD90,000 - USD120,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is a well‑established, privately owned commercial general contractor operating across the Southeast. Known for repeat clients and strong subcontractor relationships, they deliver a diverse portfolio of ground‑up and interior construction projects. This is an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to step into a high‑trust environment where decisions are made quickly and ownership is real.
  • Run multi‑million‑dollar projects with full autonomy and visible impact.
  • Join a close‑knit builder where culture, trust, and execution come first.

About Our Client

Our client is a privately owned commercial general contractor with a strong regional presence, known for repeat clients and long‑standing subcontractor relationships. They deliver a diverse mix of mid‑market projects in an environment that values autonomy, accountability, and teamwork.

Job Description

As the Project Manager, you will report directly to senior leadership and take full responsibility for delivering multiple commercial construction projects from preconstruction through close‑out.

  • Lead ground‑up and interior commercial projects valued between $5M-$20M
  • Manage schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and client relationships end‑to‑end
  • Coordinate with Estimators, Superintendents, and trade partners to ensure smooth delivery
  • Drive quality, safety, and schedule adherence across all phases of construction
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risk, change orders, and cost exposure
  • Maintain clear communication with ownership and external stakeholders
  • Operate with a high level of independence in a fast‑moving environment

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.

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

For the Project Manager role, we are seeking:

  • 5-7+ years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction
  • Proven delivery experience across two or more of the following sectors:
    • Quick‑Service Restaurant, Restaurant, Retail, Medical Office Buildings, Municipal, Multifamily, or Student Housing
  • Experience with both ground‑up and interior construction projects
  • Ability to hit the ground running with minimal oversight
  • Strong subcontractor management and client‑facing skills
  • Experience working in a fully office‑based environment (5 days per week)
  • Local to, or within a commutable distance of, the regional office in Georgia



What's on Offer

  • Base salary: $90,000 - $120,000, depending on experience
  • High level of autonomy and trust from ownership
  • Exposure to a diverse and steady project pipeline
  • Collaborative, values‑driven company culture
  • Long‑term career stability within a growing regional contracto



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Project Manager, apply now to join a team that values expertise and innovation.

Contact
Amber Ray
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7019542

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Athens
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amber Ray
Job Reference
JN-052026-7019542