Commercial Project Manager Jobs in New York
Commercial Project Manager jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with steady demand across construction, real estate development, infrastructure, and facilities management at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior project executive. The heaviest concentration of hiring is in New York City, with additional volume in Buffalo and Albany, where firms like Turner Construction, Skanska, and Tishman Speyer maintain longstanding operations. The most in-demand specialties are ground-up commercial construction, tenant improvement buildouts, and capital program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Project Manager to be responsible for supporting the Senior Project Manager in the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a large commercial interiors construction project, or serving in the lead role over a small commercial project. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.
Who are we?
As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Who are you?
You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.
You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you?
Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will work with experienced Sr. Project Managers and Project Executives on each job site which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.
Responsibilities:- Contributes to the development of the project safety plan with corporate safety and provides jobsite leadership
- Contributes to development of project controls and procedures, and develops risk mitigation processes to manage contract requirements
- Creates and follows through on potential change items and participates in verification of project financial forecast
- Creates and manages a project-specific quality plan aligned with the owner contract and contract documents and assists with execution
- Creates and manages a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assist with execution
- Directs and supervises work of project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities
- Assists in subcontracting strategy, supports scope writing and deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process
- Implements and enforces all aspects of contracts; participates in developing risk mitigation plan; prepares draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
- Participates in enrollment for insurance and bonds; tracks and obtains trade contractors’ compliance
- Provides support as needed to develop project estimate, design coordination efforts, and preparation of GMP
- Prepares monthly schedule updates, including schedule analysis, and narratives for select packages
- Assists constructability and coordination reviews
- Develops a basic understanding of the local market areas and profiles to assist in creation of networking strategy
- Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks
- Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
- Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
- Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
- 3-7 years of commercial interiors construction experience
- Or equivalent combination of education and commercial construction experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong technical and communication skills are critical
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Knowledge of industry standard software (Procore), Microsoft Office (preferred)
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.
For New York City, NY, this ranges from $110,000.00-$140,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in commercial project manager jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field required
- Project Management Professional certification preferred or required by most employers
- Proven experience managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam
- Strong knowledge of contract documents, change order management, and subcontractor coordination
- Familiarity with New York City building codes, DOB permitting processes, and compliance requirements
Commercial Project Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a commercial project manager in New York?
Most commercial project managers in New York enter through a construction management or engineering degree followed by field experience as an assistant or project engineer. New York State does not require a specific license to hold the title, but many employers require or strongly prefer a Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute. In New York City, familiarity with Department of Buildings permitting and compliance processes is a practical requirement that distinguishes candidates at hiring.
How much do commercial project managers make in New York?
Commercial project managers in New York earn a median of about $121,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,580 for the lowest 10% to over $192,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire commercial project managers in New York?
Employers hiring commercial project managers in New York right now include Gilbane, HITT Contracting, and CA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's commercial construction and real estate development sectors drive consistent year-round demand, particularly among large general contractors and owner-representative firms headquartered in or with major operations in New York City.
Which New York cities have the most commercial project manager jobs?
New York, Rochester, and Albany have the most commercial project manager openings in New York. New York City dominates due to its density of general contractors, developers, and corporate real estate departments managing large-scale commercial and mixed-use projects, while Buffalo and Albany see steady demand tied to ongoing infrastructure investment, state capital projects, and regional commercial development activity.
Are there remote commercial project manager jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're uncommon. Commercial project management is largely a site-based role requiring regular presence at job sites, subcontractor meetings, and owner walkthroughs, which limits remote flexibility compared to desk-based fields. About 25% of commercial project manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The portions most suited to remote work include preconstruction planning, scheduling, budget tracking, and documentation review.
How can I get hired as a commercial project manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer or assistant project manager, roles that large New York general contractors like Turner Construction and Skanska regularly recruit for through college construction management programs. An internship or co-op with a New York City general contractor or owner's representative firm is the most direct bridge. Pursuing a Project Management Professional certification early, even before accruing the full experience requirement, signals seriousness and gives candidates an edge in a competitive field.
Where can I find and apply to commercial project manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to commercial project manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to New York employers and locations. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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