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Project Manager - Historic Restoration and Interior Projects

Bethesda, Maryland Permanent USD110,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
Apply today to help support a general contractor with a growing historic restoration division!
  • Collaborative leadership style aligned with a family-oriented company culture!
  • Complex & interesting projects - support their growing division!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established general contracting firm in the Mid-Atlantic region that delivers high-quality commercial projects across a diverse portfolio. The company specializes in sectors including restaurants, retail, hospitality, grocery, fitness, healthcare, financial institutions, and premium interior renovations. Founded in the mid-2000s, the organization has grown steadily under experienced leadership and built a reputation for award-winning work. It maintains a thoughtful and sustainable growth strategy supported by a strong executive team. The business generates approximately $30M in annual revenue with a team of around 35 professionals. Its project portfolio is primarily focused on hospitality and food & beverage, complemented by a wide range of commercial interior builds.

Job Description

The Project Manager - Historic Restoration and Interior Projects key responsibilities include:

  • Overall project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution
  • Manage contracts, change orders, buyouts, and cost controls
  • Coordinate closely with Superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and vendors
  • Lead collaboration with architects, preservation consultants, agencies, and owners
  • Interpret historic documentation including archival drawings, surveys, and condition assessments
  • Navigate regulatory approvals and agency reviews common to historic projects
  • Oversee quality control processes including mock-ups, test panels, and inspections
  • Ensure project compliance with approved preservation methods and materials
  • Manage projects on occupied, phased, or sensitive sites
  • Maintain safety, protection of historic fabric, and public interfaces when required
  • Drive schedules and budgets in complex, high-touch environments
  • Deliver polished, high-end interior finishes with a strong eye for detail



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

The Project Manager - Historic Restoration and Interior Projects should have:

  • 5+ years of project management experience
  • Experience working on historic preservation, restoration or rehabilitation projects (preferred)
  • Experience managing trades and scopes related to (masonry, waterproofing, facade restoration)
  • Ability to manage 2-3 projects simultaneously
  • Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam or other construction related software
  • Strong communication skills - both written and verbal

What's on Offer

The Project Manager - Historic Restoration and Interior Projects may receive:

  • Base compensation up to $140k (depending on previous experience)
  • Healthcare plan (nearly 100% employer covered)
  • 401(k0 with match
  • 3 weeks PTO + paid holidays
  • Strong bonus potential (up to 20%)
  • In-house wellness center access
  • Dog friendly office
Contact
Isabel Seebold
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7011433

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Bethesda
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Isabel Seebold
Job Reference
JN-052026-7011433