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Project Manager - Retail/Big Box

Atlanta, Georgia Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
We are partnering with a well-established, privately held general contractor with a strong presence across the Southern U.S. known for its disciplined growth and people-first culture. This Project Manager role offers the opportunity to lead retail, grocery, and light industrial projects with a company that prioritizes long-term hires over project-based churn and fosters a genuine, fast-moving environment.
  • Step into a long-term career with a stable, growth-focused builder
  • Lead diverse projects with a high-retention, people-first team.

About Our Client

Our client is a small-sized organization operating in the business services industry. They specialize in delivering tailored construction solutions and are committed to maintaining high standards of efficiency and excellence in their projects.

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you will report to senior operational leadership and take full ownership of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring successful delivery across multiple sectors.

  • Manage full lifecycle of retail, grocery, and light industrial construction projects
  • Oversee budgets, schedules, subcontractor performance, and client communication
  • Lead project planning, procurement, and risk management processes
  • Collaborate with field teams, Superintendents, and internal stakeholders
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
  • Drive reporting, forecasting, and documentation throughout project execution

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 we are seeking:

  • 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in commercial construction
  • Proven track record delivering retail, grocery, or light industrial projects
  • Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, and contract management
  • Experience with construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, or similar)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive, "no-nonsense" mindset aligned with a lean, high-performing team



What's on Offer

  • Base salary between $100,000 - $130,000
  • Performance-based bonus potential
  • Strong project pipeline across retail and industrial sectors
  • Long-term career growth with a stable, expanding contractor
  • High-retention culture with a focus on hiring for longevity



If you are a dedicated Project Manager seeking an opportunity in ATL, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career!

Contact
Amber Ray
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7044145

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Atlanta
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amber Ray
Job Reference
JN-062026-7044145