Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Build Projects. Lead Teams. Deliver Excellence.

At Ainsworth-Benning Construction, our Project Managers are leaders who turn plans into successful projects. From preconstruction through final closeout, you'll oversee commercial construction projects that make a lasting impact while working alongside talented field teams, clients, subcontractors, and company leadership.

We're looking for an experienced construction professional who thrives on solving problems, building relationships, managing budgets, and leading projects safely, efficiently, and successfully.

If you're a proactive leader who enjoys taking ownership and driving results, we'd like to hear from you.

As a Project Manager, you'll oversee every phase of assigned commercial construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Project Leadership

• Manage commercial construction projects valued at $1 million or more
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, and overall construction plans
• Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance expectations
• Coordinate project resources to maintain productivity and efficiency
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, scope, and quality goals
• Lead estimating efforts for construction management and hard-bid projects
• Provide leadership and coordination between office and field teams
• Stay current with emerging construction methods, technologies, and equipment

Financial Management

• Manage all financial aspects of assigned projects
• Track budgets, costs, revenue, forecasting, and profitability
• Monitor production progress and project performance
• Protect company interests while maintaining outstanding client relationships

Team & Relationship Management

• Partner closely with Superintendents and field leadership to successfully execute projects
• Mentor and develop team members while promoting accountability and professional growth
• Build strong relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders
• Foster a collaborative, respectful team environment focused on delivering exceptional results
• Promote a safety-first culture by supporting jobsite safety planning, hazard identification, incident investigations, and corrective actions

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Office and construction project management software; Procore experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of commercial construction methods and safety practices, including steel and precast erection
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to lead teams, adapt to changing priorities, and continuously improve processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, plus 3-5 years of commercial construction project management experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant construction management experience
• Valid driver's license with the ability to maintain insurability

• Primarily office-based with regular travel to active construction sites
• Combination of indoor and outdoor work environments
• Frequent computer use and administrative work
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders

At Ainsworth-Benning Construction, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful commercial construction projects while being part of a team that values safety, integrity, quality, and continuous improvement.

We provide competitive compensation, excellent benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment where your leadership and expertise make a difference.

If you're ready to build exceptional projects and grow your career with a respected commercial contractor, we'd love to hear from you.