Project Manager – Commercial Restoration

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Restoration Project Manager to oversee large-scale commercial reconstruction and restoration projects resulting from fire, water, wind, storm, and other property damage.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial construction and restoration project management, with the ability to manage projects from initial assessment through final completion. This position requires expertise in project budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and insurance restoration processes.

The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards, client expectations, and approved scopes of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead and oversee commercial restoration and reconstruction projects from initiation through completion.
• Budget & Cost Control: Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, control expenses, and maintain project profitability.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Maintain professional communication with commercial clients, property managers, insurance representatives, and other stakeholders throughout the restoration process.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Develop project schedules and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and internal field teams to ensure timely project completion.
• Insurance Coordination: Work closely with estimators, insurance adjusters, and claims representatives to ensure project repairs align with approved scopes of work and insurance requirements.
• Quality Control: Monitor project progress and ensure all work meets applicable building codes, safety requirements, and established quality standards.
• Project Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project budgets, schedules, change orders, progress reports, and client communications.
• Problem Resolution: Identify potential project challenges and implement solutions to minimize delays, control costs, and maintain customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction or restoration project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale commercial restoration, reconstruction, or renovation projects.
• Strong understanding of insurance restoration processes, claims management, and estimating procedures.
• Proficiency in Xactimate, Microsoft Project, or comparable project scheduling and construction management software.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, timelines, subcontractors, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, accountability, and customer satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial projects involving fire, water, storm, and other property damage.
• Familiarity with commercial building codes, construction practices, and restoration standards.
• Experience working directly with insurance adjusters, commercial property owners, and property management companies.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a results-driven construction professional who can independently manage complex commercial restoration projects, lead subcontractors and field teams, maintain strong client relationships, and deliver projects within established budgets and timelines.