Project Manager - Design Build Construction

Worcester, Massachusetts Permanent USD125,000 - USD165,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-impact renovations, additions, and ground-up projects while contributing to a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
  • Lead complex projects that shape communities and client success
  • Join a collaborative team known for quality and lasting relationships

About Our Client

Our client is an established construction management firm with a reputation for delivering thoughtful, high-quality projects across a variety of commercial sectors. The organization is known for its hands-on leadership approach, strong client partnerships, and commitment to creating successful outcomes for owners, design teams, and project stakeholders.

Job Description

The Project Manager will be responsible for:

  • Manage all phases of construction projects from preconstruction planning through final turnover.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and reporting tools.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
  • Lead project planning efforts, including scope review, value engineering, logistics planning, and risk mitigation.
  • Negotiate and administer subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders.
  • Monitor project financial performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve budget and schedule outcomes.
  • Coordinate project team activities to ensure seamless communication and execution across all stakeholders.
  • Review construction documents, specifications, and contracts to ensure project compliance and successful delivery.
  • Facilitate project meetings, prepare status reports, and communicate progress to clients and leadership.
  • Partner with field teams to uphold safety expectations, quality standards, and project milestones.
  • Resolve project challenges quickly and professionally while maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Lead project closeout activities, including punch-list management, turnover documentation, and final financial reconciliation.



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:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent construction industry experience.
  • 5+ years of Project Management experience within commercial construction.
  • Proven experience managing projects from preconstruction through closeout.
  • Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
  • Experience leading subcontractors, consultants, and cross-functional project teams.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.



Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with occupied-space renovations, additions, and ground-up construction projects.
  • Background managing projects in sectors such as corporate, institutional, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality, multifamily, or specialty commercial construction.
  • Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar project management tools.
  • OSHA training, CCM, PMP, LEED, or other industry-related certifications.
  • Familiarity with preconstruction services, estimating coordination, and value engineering initiatives.



What's on Offer

  • Six figure base salary
  • Car allowance
  • Benefits
  • PTO
  • Bonus opportunity



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Justin Politi
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7137146

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Worcester
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Justin Politi
Job Reference
JN-102026-7137146
 

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