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Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Columbus, Ohio Permanent USD105,000 - USD145,000 per year View Job Description
Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from award through final completion. This role is responsible for overall project success, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution - while working closely with Superintendents, Project Engineers, and clients.
  • WFH Friday - Strong values on flexibility and work/life balance
  • Great company culture and open-door policy with leadership

About Our Client

Our client is one of Central Ohio's most respected family-owned commercial general contractors, with decades of success delivering award-winning projects that have left a lasting impact across the Columbus market. While deeply rooted in family values and long-term relationships, this is a company where growth is earned through performance, leadership, and trust. Not last names.

They have built a reputation for being highly selective about the people they bring on board, investing heavily in their teams, and creating careers that truly last. Employees are given direct exposure to executive leadership, meaningful responsibility, and a clear long-term path for advancement within the organization.

This is the type of company people join and stay with for the rest of their careers.

Why Join?

  • Family-owned culture with direct access to leadership and decision-makers
  • Clear growth path with no ceiling for advancement
  • Long-standing reputation as one of Central Ohio's premier builders
  • Award-winning projects across diverse commercial sectors
  • Strong financial stability and consistent project pipeline
  • People-first culture focused on long-term employee success and retention
  • Opportunity to make a visible impact on high-profile projects throughout Columbus
  • Collaborative environment with extremely high standards and strong team tenure
  • Company known for developing future leaders from within
  • Excellent compensation, benefits, and long-term career stability

Job Description

  • Lead projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and overall performance
  • Coordinate with Superintendents, Project Engineers, and subcontractors
  • Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, and trade partners
  • Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement solutions
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
  • Support field teams to drive safe and efficient project execution
  • Promote and enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations
  • Support Superintendents in maintaining safe job sites
  • Participate in and reinforce jobsite safety culture
  • Maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders
  • Take ownership of project outcomes and team performance
  • Support and mentor Project Engineers and junior team members



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

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • 5+ years of Project Management experience on ground-up commercial, higher education, healthcare, or municipal projects.
  • Proven experience managing projects in the $1M-$20M+ range
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management
  • Proficiency with construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, etc.) and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to project sites across Central and Southern Ohio
  • Stable employment history demonstrating reliability and commitment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary up to $145,000+ depending on experience, project background, and overall skillset
  • Performance-based bonus structure, profit sharing, and project incentive bonuses
  • Optional Work From Home Fridays
  • Excellent work/life balance with a true emphasis on sustainability and employee well-being
  • Employees typically work no more than 40 hours per week, with Superintendents home every night
  • Company vehicle and gas card provided
  • Company credit card provided
  • Comprehensive healthcare and benefits package
  • Generous PTO package, 10 paid holidays, and Summer Fridays
  • 401(k) program
  • Stable and diversified backlog of both public and private sector work
  • All projects local to the greater Columbus area - no travel required
  • Tight-knit, family-oriented culture backed by strong financial stability
  • Excellent employee tenure and long-term career growth opportunities
Contact
Maya Kowitt
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7021855

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Columbus
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Maya Kowitt
Job Reference
JN-052026-7021855