Construction Project Manager

Your New Company

Hays is partnered with one of Northern Virginia’s leading commercial interiors General Contractors, seeking an experienced APM or Project Manager to join its award-winning team.

With 20+ years of success, the business has built an outstanding reputation delivering high-profile projects across corporate interiors, healthcare, government, retail, and commercial sectors throughout DC and Northern Virginia.

Backed by a strong pipeline of negotiated work and exceptional repeat business, the company is continuing to grow and invest in its people. You’ll join an entrepreneurial, collaborative team with direct access to respected industry leaders, real autonomy, and a proven track record of promoting from within.

Your New Role

As a Project Manager, you'll lead commercial interior construction projects from preconstruction through turnover, taking full ownership of project strategy, financial performance, client relationships, and successful execution. This is not a role where you'll be buried in paperwork or managing a single long-duration project for years at a time. Instead, you'll oversee a diverse portfolio of fast-paced interior construction projects, giving you the opportunity to manage multiple clients, work with a variety of project teams, and see the direct impact of your work on a regular basis.

Projects typically range from $500K to $5M+ and include:

• Corporate Office Interiors
• Workplace Renovations
• Tenant Fit-Outs
• Corporate Headquarters
• Medical & Healthcare Facilities
• Government & Federal Interiors
• Retail & Hospitality Renovations
• Occupied Space Renovations
• Capital Improvement Projects

With dedicated support from estimating, accounting, and operational leadership teams, you'll be empowered to focus on what great Project Managers do best: driving projects, leading teams, managing clients, and delivering successful outcomes.

What You'll Be Responsible For

As Project Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for both clients and project teams while maintaining complete ownership of project performance. Responsibilities include:

• Managing multiple commercial interior construction projects simultaneously from award through closeout.
• Developing, managing, and forecasting project budgets and overall financial performance.
• Building and maintaining detailed project schedules and milestone plans.
• Leading buyout, subcontractor procurement, and contract administration activities.
• Managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation.
• Working closely with Superintendents to ensure successful field execution.
• Coordinating architects, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors throughout construction.
• Identifying project risks early and developing proactive solutions.
• Leading client meetings and maintaining strong relationships throughout project delivery.
• Monitoring project profitability and ensuring projects meet both client and company expectations.
• Driving successful project turnover and closeout.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• 4+ years of experience with a Commercial General Contractor.
• Experience managing commercial interior construction projects valued between $500K and $5M+.
• Strong background in office interiors, tenant fit-outs, healthcare, government, retail, or similar commercial projects.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, contracts, and project financials.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Experience working closely with Superintendents and field personnel to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout Washington DC and Northern Virginia project locations.

What's In It For You?

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $165,000
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 - $25,000
• Annual Performance Bonus up to 15%
• Monthly Vehicle Allowance of $600
• EZ Pass Provided
• Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Family Healthcare Plans Available
• 3 Weeks PTO + Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Maternity and Paternity leave.
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Clear Career Path into Senior Project Manager, Project Executive, and Leadership Positions

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join one of the most respected interiors contractors in the DMV market at a time of continued growth. You'll be trusted to run your projects, supported by an experienced leadership team, and exposed to a steady stream of challenging and rewarding interior construction work. If you're a Project Manager looking for a company where your contributions are valued, your career can continue to grow, and your projects make a visible impact across the region, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.