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Project Manager (Commercial Construction)
Project Manager –
Commercial Construction
Location: Triangle, NC
Who
We Are
Gateway Building Company is a locally
owned Commercial General Contractor with an
unlimited-class North Carolina license. Recently recognized as a “Fast 50” company in the greater
Triangle area, Gateway has helped to shape our community with over 800 building
projects spanning interiors, healthcare, tech, industrial, and hospitality. Our
Durham, NC-based team has over 250 years of experience and specializes in
pre-construction planning, construction management, and project coordination. A defining factor in our operations process
is that our project managers are also estimators and provide a single point of
contact for clients and project teams from start to finish.
The Role
We are
seeking an experienced
and proactive Commercial Project Manager to join our team in
the Triangle area. The ideal candidate will have specialized experience in Corporate Interiors, Life
Sciences, Healthcare, and Industrial/Manufacturing projects.
This role requires someone who can hit
the ground running, take ownership of projects from start to
finish, and excel in a fast-paced commercial construction environment.
As a Project Manager
at Gateway Building
Company, you will serve as the primary point of contact for clients
and trade partners, overseeing all aspects of a project from preconstruction through
completion and warranty management. The ideal candidate will
have a strong
background in commercial construction, exceptional
problem-solving skills, and a hands-on, solution-driven approach.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee projects from
preconstruction to closeout, serving as the primary client and trade
partner contact.
- Lead the detailed estimating
process, providing accurate conceptual and detailed estimates at each
project phase.
- Partner with clients and design
teams to value engineer and deliver projects that align with budget goals.
- Develop and manage budgets,
estimates, schedules, and contracts to ensure on-time, within-budget
delivery.
- Lead and coordinate project teams,
subcontractors, and stakeholders to align with project goals.
- Ensure quality control,
compliance, and risk management throughout all project phases.
- Maintain clear communication and
documentation for project tracking and reporting.
- Ensure strict compliance
with healthcare and life science construction requirements (ASHRAE, GMP
guidelines, etc.)
What You Bring
- 5+
years of commercial project management experience, specifically in
corporate interiors, healthcare, life sciences, or
technology/manufacturing.
- Proven
ability to manage projects up to $10M efficiently.
- Strong foundation in field
operations, preconstruction, and estimating, including a
track record of budget development from schematic design to
GMP, Lump Sum contracts, and other AIA contract
structures.
- Deep understanding of commercial contracts, with the
ability to prepare, negotiate, and
manage contract terms effectively.
- Experience
with fast-track and
occupied space construction is highly preferred.
- Ability
to start quickly, adapt to changing priorities, and lead teams in a
fast-paced environment.
- Experience
in budget management, scheduling, and risk assessment.
- Proficiency
in Procore, Microsoft Project, and construction management software.
- Strong
leadership skills, with excellent communication and problem-solving
abilities.
- Highly
organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
What We
Offer
Competitive salary and
bonus program provided. Benefit program
includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, company HSA
contribution, and 4% annual company match towards a traditional 401(k) or Roth
account.
Contact
Us
Please send your résumé and any other information we should
know about you to: careers@gatewaybuildco.net.
Gateway Building Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,
non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran
status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided
on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
For
individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation,
please contact careers@gatewaybuildco.net.