Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Location: Watertown, NY | Schedule: Hybrid

Salary: $75,000–$100,000


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial, state, and federal construction projects ranging from $100K to $7M. This is an opportunity to join a small, independent team with significant room for long-term growth.


Responsibilities

Manage 1–3 projects from preconstruction through closeout
Develop schedules, budgets, forecasts, and 3-week lookaheads
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation
Lead subcontractor buyout, scope review, and negotiations
Conduct site visits and project meetings
Monitor project progress, quality, costs, and compliance
Identify risks and resolve issues to keep projects on schedule and budget
Oversee project closeout, punch lists, and turnover


Qualifications

3+ years of construction management experience
Degree or equivalent hands-on construction experience
Experience managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and vendors
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering is a plus


Project Details

Commercial, state, and federal projects
Project values: $100K–$7M
Project duration: 6 months–2 years
Mix of ground-up construction and renovations
Approximately 3 days in office / 2 days on site, depending on project stage
Occasional travel throughout New York State and the Northeast


Benefits & Perks

$75K–$100K salary
Annual profit-based bonus
Health insurance with 80% employer coverage
Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO (6 months 1 week PTO, 1-6 years 2 weeks PTO, 7+ years 3 weeks PTO)
Paid holidays
Flexible, laid-back work environment
Strong opportunity for advancement and long-term growth


Software: Sage Timberline, Primavera, Bluebeam


This is an opportunity for a Project Manager who enjoys solving unique challenges, taking ownership, and working in a hands-on environment rather than a highly corporate setting.


We look forward to your application!

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