Construction Project Manager - Atlanta, Georgia

MissionHires is partnering with a long-standing Atlanta-based commercial general contractor (30+ years) to hire a Construction Project Manager. This PM will lead multiple ground-up commercial projects—particularly grocery (Publix, Kroger) and big-box retail (Target, Walmart)—from award through closeout, acting as an entrepreneurial owner of schedule, budget, quality, and client relationships. Compensation includes $100–120k base DOE, annual profit sharing, free healthcare premiums, 401(k) with match, PTO, and holidays.

• Oversee multiple ground-up commercial projects from award through closeout
• Support preconstruction and estimating to develop competitive budgets
• Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure favorable terms
• Collaborate closely with field staff to execute work safely, on time, and within budget
• Create, maintain, and update project schedules and milestones
• Manage change orders, including pricing, documentation, and approvals
• Administer RFIs and submittals to ensure timely resolution and compliance
• Drive client communication to build trust and long-term partnerships
• Monitor project costs, quantities, and progress; report status to stakeholders
• Ensure quality control, safety compliance, and adherence to contract documents
• Coordinate with design teams, AHJs, and inspectors as needed
• Lead project closeout, punch lists, warranties, and turnover documentation

• Bachelor’s degree required (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience
• Proven experience delivering ground-up commercial projects (grocery and/or big-box retail preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from precon through closeout
• Demonstrated skill in vendor/subcontractor negotiation and buyout
• Proficiency with project scheduling and budget/cost controls
• Hands-on experience processing change orders, RFIs, and submittals
• Strong collaboration with field operations and trade partners
• Client-focused communicator with relationship-building mindset
• Some estimating experience or willingness to assist in estimating as needed

• Competitive Salary: $100-120k DOE

• Bonus: annual profit sharing

• Great Insurance:  Free Healthcare premiums!

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with match

• PTO:  2 weeks vacation + Holidays

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