Commercial Construction Project Manager

NexGen Construction Management • Full-time • Laguna Beach, California, United States • $110,000 - $170,000 / year • 5d ago

Commercial Construction Project Manager

Ground-Up & Interior Renovation Projects — Municipal and Private Clients | Laguna Beach, CA | Full-Time

Join a growing construction and project management firm in beautiful Laguna Beach, where your ideas and initiatives truly matter. We're looking for a hands-on, tech-savvy Commercial Construction Project Manager who takes real ownership of a project and enjoys being part of a fast-moving, close-knit team.

For two decades, we've partnered with public and private clients to deliver successful ground-up construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects across Southern California. As we keep growing, we need a Project Manager who can run point on a wide range of work — new construction and interior renovation, municipal bids and private clients engagements, and someone who's excited to grow right along with us.

The Opportunity

This is a full-time Project Manager role covering ground-up construction and interior renovation/tenant improvement projects for both municipal/public agency and private commercial clients — the mix will shift project by project. We're a fast-growing team, looking for someone who is a team player as this role flexes beyond a typical PM scope: As workload allows, you may be asked to support our sales, marketing, and proposal team, or pitch in wherever the business needs it. If you like variety, want a front-row seat to how a construction management company actually runs, appreciate autonomy and value learning directly from the executive leadership while going to the beach everyday, this is the seat for you.

You'll be based out of our office in Laguna Beach — a five-minute walk from the beach — with split time in the field across job sites, and the ability to work from home (hybrid model) for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

Manage all phases of commercial construction projects — both ground-up builds and interior renovation/tenant improvement work — from pre-construction through final closeout
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, require adapting communication style and follow up skills
Coordinate closely with ownership and stakeholders
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor bid packages
Coordinate with architects, engineers, inspectors, and officials or ownership throughout construction
Track and manage change orders, RFIs, and submittals
Lead regular site visits and progress meetings; create agendas & meeting minute
Report project status to ownership and client
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, local building codes, and applicable contract requirements
Manage project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, and final sign-off
Support the sales, marketing, and proposal team as needed — especially during busy growth periods — lending project expertise to proposals, interviews, or client pursuits
Pitch in on other duties as needed; we're a lean team and everyone contributes beyond their core role when it counts

What We're Looking For

5+ years as a Project Manager in commercial construction, with experience managing both ground-up construction and interior renovation/tenant improvement projects. Prior inspection experience is HIGHLY DESIRED.
Experience with municipal or public agency clients preferred; experience with private commercial clients also valued — this role moves between project types depending on what's active.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Prior construction inspection is HIGHLY DESIRED.
Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar).
Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Project is a MUST.
Strong organizational, scheduling, and budget management skills.
Excellent communication skills and coordination skills.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for site visits.
A team player who's excited to grow with the company, learn from experienced leadership, and take on new challenges beyond a typical PM scope.
Comfortable wearing multiple hats and adapting priorities in a fast-paced, growing company. Fast thinker.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Real ownership over your projects, paired with hands-on mentorship and learning from experienced leadership across construction, business development, and operations.
Work out of a modern office a five-minute walk from the beach in Laguna Beach with potential for work from home (hybrid mode) for the right candidate.
Room to step into real leadership, to grow with the company as it expands — this role has genuine potential to grow in scope and responsibility for the right candidate.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time, $100,000–$175,000/year, depending on experience.
Health insurance (medical, vision, dental), 401k matching, job expense reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, parental leave, disability insurance provided.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

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