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Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative – Commercial Construction
Washington State (Remote)
Our client, a growing owner’s rep and construction consulting firm, is seeking a highly organized and self-driven Project Manager to support commercial construction and capital improvement projects across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, working directly with ownership, and taking on meaningful responsibility in a lean, entrepreneurial environment.
This role is ideal for a construction professional with at least 5 years of commercial construction experience who has stepped into project management and is looking for more autonomy, visibility, and long-term growth. The firm operates with a highly collaborative, no-ego culture and is looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment where initiative and accountability are valued.
Project Manager / Owner’s Rep Responsibilities:
- Represent ownership interests throughout all phases of construction projects, from planning through closeout.
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure successful project execution.
- Monitor budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and overall project performance.
- Review drawings, specifications, pay applications, RFIs, submittals, and construction progress.
- Conduct site visits and participate in construction meetings to verify quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
- Prepare and maintain project reports, meeting notes, schedules, and status updates for leadership and clients.
- Assist with contractor procurement, bid reviews, scope comparisons, and value engineering efforts.
- Track project documentation, contracts, permits, and closeout materials.
- Help identify and proactively resolve project issues before they impact schedule or budget.
- Support capital improvement, tenant improvement, and ground-up projects across multiple asset types.
- Travel periodically to Alaska project sites for site walks, meetings, and milestone reviews.
Project Manager / Owner’s Rep Background Profile:
- At least 5 years of commercial construction experience, ideally with exposure to ground-up and/or renovation projects.
- At least 1–2 years of experience functioning as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager.
- Background with a general contractor, owner’s rep firm, developer, or consulting environment preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients, contractors, and consultants.
- Understanding of construction documents, contracts, budgeting, scheduling, and project controls.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar platforms.
- Willingness and ability to travel periodically to Alaska.
Benefits & Appreciation:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- 401K with 3% match.
- Long-term growth opportunity within an expanding consulting platform.
Compensation: $120K - $140K (DOE), 10-15% bonus
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Commercial construction: 5 years (Required)
- Project management/Assistant Project Manager: 1 year (Required)
Location:
- Washington State (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000