Project Manager - Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Commercial Drywall & Metal Framing to oversee commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and related interior construction projects from contract award through final handover. This role is responsible for field execution, project financial performance, subcontractor coordination, and on-time delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Manage commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and related interior construction projects from initial planning through installation and final delivery.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and execution strategies.
Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and trade scopes to verify project requirements and identify potential conflicts.
Coordinate with owners, architects, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, superintendents, and field crews to ensure smooth project execution.
Monitor labor productivity, material costs, subcontractor expenses, billing, and change orders to maintain project profitability.
Manage RFIs, submittals, purchase orders, payment applications, invoices, and other project documentation.
Coordinate material procurement and deliveries to ensure crews have the resources needed to maintain project schedules.
Conduct jobsite visits to assess installation quality, workforce productivity, safety compliance, and schedule performance.
Hold subcontractors and suppliers accountable for workmanship, deadlines, and contractual obligations.
Identify cost overruns, schedule risks, and field challenges, implementing corrective actions to keep projects on track.
Lead project meetings and communicate progress, financial performance, risks, and outstanding decisions to relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate with estimating and field operations teams to align project scope, budgets, and execution plans.
Evaluate additional work, prepare change-order proposals, and manage the cost and schedule impacts of scope revisions.
Oversee punch-list completion, warranty issues, client turnover, and final project closeout.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, trade partners, suppliers, and internal teams.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of project management experience in commercial interior construction.
Required: Direct experience managing commercial drywall and metal framing projects.
Strong knowledge of interior construction methods, installation sequencing, scheduling, procurement, contracts, and cost controls.
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, contracts, and other construction documents.
Experience managing multiple projects or construction scopes simultaneously.
Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, field teams, general contractors, and clients.
Understanding of labor productivity, material pricing, project financials, billing, and change-order management.
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or comparable construction management software.
Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Consistent pipeline of commercial interior construction projects
Opportunity to manage diverse drywall and metal framing projects
Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Long-term career growth potential

Work arrangement
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