Commercial Project Manager Jobs

Commercial Project Manager jobs are open across construction, real estate development, energy, and infrastructure, from junior project coordinator to senior and director level, with specializations in cost management, contract administration, and owner's representation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles358+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAlvarez & Marsal
Top cityRemote
Work type73% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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TE Connectivity
Manager II Commercial/PM Finance
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TE Connectivity
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Manager II Commercial/PM Finance
TE Connectivity
Middletown, New Jersey
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$133k - $166k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Commercial Project Manager III
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Commercial Project Manager III
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Frederick, Maryland
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$75k - $113k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Jobot
Commercial Project Manager
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Jobot
Added 1w ago
Commercial Project Manager
Jobot
Greeley, Colorado
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
$150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Catalent Pharma Solutions
Commercial Project Manager
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Catalent Pharma Solutions
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Commercial Project Manager
Catalent Pharma Solutions
Kansas City, Missouri
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Hays
Commercial Project Manager
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Hays
Added 3w ago
Commercial Project Manager
Hays
Greater Tampa Bay Area
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Commercial Project Manager Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Alvarez & Marsal
    Alvarez & Marsal39
  • Jc Residential And Light Commercial
    Jc Residential And Light Commercial29
  • Sargent Electric Company
    Sargent Electric Company9
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
    Thermo Fisher Scientific9
  • Austin Commercial
    Austin Commercial7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services78
  • Construction & Real Estate42
  • Technology & Software35
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals25
  • Manufacturing20

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in commercial project manager jobs.

  • 5+ years of commercial construction or development project management experience
  • Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
  • PMP certification or equivalent credential preferred
  • Experience managing project budgets from preconstruction through closeout
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of contract administration, RFIs, and change order processes

Tips for Your Commercial Project Manager Job Search

Quantify cost and schedule outcomes

Commercial project managers are judged on budget control and on-time delivery. Your resume should show specific project values, percentage under budget, or schedule recovery results. Vague claims like 'managed projects successfully' won't stand out against candidates who list concrete outcomes.

List your contract management experience clearly

Employers in commercial construction and development prioritize candidates who can navigate subcontractor agreements, change orders, and owner contracts. Name the contract types you've worked with, such as GMP, lump sum, or cost-plus, directly in your resume's experience bullets.

Filter openings by project type not just title

Commercial project manager roles in ground-up construction differ significantly from those in tenant improvement or capital program management. Targeting openings by project type, delivery method, or sector helps you find roles that match your actual experience and avoid mismatched interviews.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists commercial project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for scope and risk scenario questions

Interviewers frequently ask how you handled scope creep, subcontractor disputes, or budget overruns on past projects. Prepare two or three specific examples with the situation, your decision, and the measurable result before your first screen with a hiring manager.

Negotiate using total project responsibility not just title

When discussing compensation, anchor your case to the total dollar value of projects you've managed and the complexity of stakeholder relationships you've handled. Employers in this field respond to scope of responsibility more than years of experience alone.

Commercial Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most commercial project managers?

The companies hiring the most commercial project managers right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Jc Residential And Light Commercial, and Sargent Electric Company, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is particularly strong among general contractors, owner's representative firms, and large commercial real estate developers.

How many commercial project manager jobs are remote?

About 27% of commercial project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with on-site presence still the norm for roles tied to active construction projects. Program management, capital planning, and owner's representative positions tend to offer the most flexibility for remote or hybrid schedules.

How do you become a commercial project manager?

Most commercial project managers start in a field engineer, assistant project manager, or project engineer role to build hands-on construction or development experience. From there, taking on progressively larger projects builds the budget and schedule management skills employers expect. Earning a PMP certification and learning industry software like Procore strengthens your candidacy for senior roles.

Can you get hired as a commercial project manager with little experience?

Entry-level commercial project manager roles do exist, particularly at general contractors and development firms that hire assistant project managers. Employers hiring at this level look for a construction management or engineering degree, internship experience on commercial job sites, and familiarity with project documentation like submittals, RFIs, and schedules. A willingness to start in a field-adjacent support role accelerates the path.

What does the commercial project manager interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on experience level and project types. A hiring manager interview follows, emphasizing budget ownership, subcontractor management, and how you've handled project challenges. Final rounds often include a panel with senior leadership or ownership and may involve a project walk-through, a case study, or questions about a specific project you've delivered from preconstruction to closeout.

Where can I find and apply to commercial project manager jobs?

You can find and apply to commercial project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience level, project type, and location, then apply directly to each listing.

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