Project Manager - Commercial Construction - Portland, ME
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- Opportunity to work for Maine's premier General Contractor!
- Great working culture and best in industry benefits!
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established General Contractor and Construction Management firm that has been serving the New England region for over 50 years. With a dedicated team of around 50 employees, they have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work across higher education, affordable housing, and a range of commercial projects typically valued between $5M and $20M.
All of their work is based in Southern Maine, allowing for a tight geographic focus and consistent project delivery. As a family-owned and operated business now in its second generation, the company is deeply respected within the local community and across the state.
They are known for fostering a supportive, flexible work environment that prioritizes work/life balance - no long hours or unrealistic expectations. With a strong pipeline and a philosophy of promoting from within, they offer excellent opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.
Job Description
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout
- Manage budgets, cost control, and financial reporting to ensure projects are completed within scope and on budget
- Coordinate and communicate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain project alignment
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, identifying critical path activities and adjusting timelines as needed
- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance with project requirements
- Lead project meetings and facilitate issue resolution to keep construction activities on track
- Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards
- Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor services to meet project timelines
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, enforce quality control, and support field supervision
- Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reports
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
- Strong attention to detail
- Brings over 7+ years of project management experience
- Can a lead a project from start to finish
- Team player
- Abilitiy to communicate with clients and stakeholders
- Has a background in commercial, affordable housing, or historical renovations.
What's on Offer
- Very competitive base compensation packages
- ESOP
- Vehicle or Vehicle allowance
- Healthcare
- 401k up to 4% match
Contact
Mikayla Tirabassi
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6778783
- Location:
- Portland