What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Project Manager position at D. Clugston, Incorporated?
Location: Apex, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience managing commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout and understands the level of quality and attention to detail required for high-visibility
community facilities.
This role serves as the primary company representative responsible for overall direction, completion, and financial performance of assigned projects. The Project Manager will oversee contract administration, procurement, subcontract management, scheduling, financial forecasting, and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
The Project Manager provides leadership throughout the life of a project while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, schedule adherence, and financial performance. This position requires proactive communication with owners, consultants, subcontracts, and internal team members to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
The Project Manager also plays a key role in maintaining strong client relationships and supporting future business opportunities by consistently delivering on company commitments.
Preconstruction Services
- Coordinate with the design team, consultants, and ownership throughout the preconstruction phase.
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and monitoring project budgets and cost reports.
- Collaborate with the Preconstruction team to develop accurate scopes of work and bid packages to ensure complete project coverage.
- Develop key milestone schedules and site logistics plans for inclusion in Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.
- Review subcontractor proposals for completeness, scope coverage, and clarity.
- Manage the subcontractor selection and contracting process, including:
Construction Services
- Collaborate with the Project Superintendent to develop and maintain a comprehensive project schedule.
- Develop and manage procurement schedules, including tracking long-lead materials and equipment.
- Review contract documents with project stakeholders including owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and agencies to ensure work is executed in accordance with contract requirements.
- Manage project administration and daily operations including, but not limited to:
o Safety and risk management
o Project scheduling and schedule updates
o Pay applications
o Change orders
o Subcontractor billings
o RFIs and submittals
o Project documentation and closeout processes
- Establish and maintain communication with suppliers and key project partners to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and labor resources.
- Ensure all project participants clearly understand performance expectations, schedules, and quality standards.
Qualifications
- 7 years of commercial construction project management experience
- Proven success delivering large ground-up commercial projects
- Strong financial acumen and forecasting ability
- Experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex scopes
- Proficiency in Procore or similar construction management platforms
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Career growth opportunities within a respected company
Why Join Us
We are a relationship-driven commercial builder focused on delivering high-quality projects with disciplined systems and strong field coordination. Our projects require experienced leadership and we trust our Project Managers to own their outcomes.
If you're ready to take responsibility for bigger projects and play a key role in a growing organization, we encourage you to apply