Project Manager, Commercial Construction

Build Your Future with MBG

MBG is more than a place to work. It’s a place to build a career you’re proud of. We focus on long‑term growth, not quick wins, and we invest in people who want to take ownership and make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your contributions matter, and your work helps shape meaningful projects and lasting relationships. If you’re looking for a career built on trust, opportunity, and purpose, you’ll find it at MBG.

MBG is growing and looking for Project Managers who are ready to take ownership, build momentum, and help deliver standout projects that shape communities across St. Louis and the Midwest. Our Project Managers bring energy, initiative, and teamwork to every job—driving progress, solving problems, and keeping projects moving forward with clarity and confidence. If you're excited to work on ground-up construction across multifamily, hospitality, senior living, and student housing, you’ll thrive here.

Project Managers at MBG sit at the center of the job—connecting the field, trade partners, designers, owners, and internal teams. You’ll be trusted to keep the plan aligned to scope, schedule, and budget, to communicate risks early and clearly, and to bring disciplined follow-through to every commitment. The best Project Managers in this role combine strong project controls and financial instincts with relationship-building, calm urgency, and the ability to make practical decisions when conditions change.

WHAT YOU WILL OWN

Project Managers own the coordination and execution rhythm of assigned projects. You’re accountable for keeping scope, documentation, schedule, and financial performance aligned—ensuring the right information is in the right hands at the right time, and that risks are identified early, communicated clearly, and actively managed through closeout.

Safety, Risk, & Quality Leadership

• Implement and reinforce field safety expectations and reporting.

• Identify and manage project risks early through strong planning and communication.

• Oversee quality assurance and issue recognition.

Scope, Documentation, & Project Controls

• Maintain a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and project scope.

• Drive RFIs, submittals, clarifications, and change documentation.

• Manage documentation workflows with precision.

Trade Partner Procurement & Buyout

• Solicit bids, evaluate subcontractors, and negotiate scope and pricing.

• Assemble cost estimates and identify value opportunities.

• Execute subcontractor buyout and contract drafting.

Schedule, Milestones, & Team Coordination

• Develop and manage project schedules.

• Track milestones and sequencing.

• Partner with Superintendents and lead meetings.

Financial Management & Client Partnership

• Manage forecasting, billing, cash flow, and approvals.

• Protect project profitability and maintain client relationships.

• Oversee change management.

Closeout & Handover

• Lead punch, O&M documentation, and training.

HOW THIS ROLE WORKS WITH LEADERSHIP

Project Managers partner closely with Superintendents, Preconstruction, and Operations leadership to keep projects aligned around scope, schedule, cost, and risk. In this role, strong collaboration and healthy candor matter—raising risks early, communicating clearly, and bringing solutions and recommendations (not just problems) to the table.

Regular interaction is focused on:

• Aligning on project priorities, constraints, and upcoming decision points (scope, schedule, budget, and risk).

• Reviewing documentation health (RFIs/submittals), change management status, and trade partner alignment.

• Forecasting and financial performance—cost-to-complete, billing cadence, and cash flow projections.

• Clearing obstacles quickly through direct communication, shared accountability, and decisive follow-through.

• Maintaining consistent standards for safety planning, quality expectations, and meeting effectiveness.

You’ll also collaborate with internal support teams (accounting, contracts, and others as needed) to keep commitments clear and documentation accurate. The expectation is professional, transparent communication—especially when risks emerge—so teams can act early and protect outcomes.

EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

This role is a strong fit for Project Managers with at least three years of ground-up GC experience who enjoy owning the details without losing sight of the bigger picture. A related degree is preferred, and an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. You should be comfortable interpreting construction documents, writing clear correspondence, and communicating confidently with owners, design teams, trade partners, and field teams.

Project Managers in this role bring practical financial understanding—how to forecast, track cost-to-complete, manage billing, and protect profitability while maintaining a trusting client relationship. Strong reasoning and problem-solving are essential, because schedules shift, conditions change, and issues must be resolved quickly and professionally. Proficiency with Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office suite is expected, and familiarity with Procore workflows and financial/project management concepts is a plus.

Because this is a safety-sensitive position with regular jobsite time, candidates should be able to operate effectively in an active construction environment and support safety expectations. OSHA 30-hour and First Aid/CPR/AED are preferred (or the willingness to obtain), along with relevant equipment certifications when applicable.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Immediate Impact

In the first 60–90 days, successful Project Managers establish trust through consistent follow-through and clear communication. They quickly learn the project’s scope and risk profile, set a strong documentation cadence, and keep teams aligned on what matters most.

• Build strong relationships with the field teams, trade partners, owner and key stakeholders – establishing clear communication rhythms and a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment.

• Buyout and scope leveling reduce gaps, clarify inclusions/exclusions, and capture value opportunities.

• Meetings drive decisions and accountability, with timely minutes and clear next steps.

• Change management stays tight—pricing, submitting, and executing change orders promptly.

Long-Term Impact

• Over time, Project Managers protect outcomes by anticipating issues, communicating risks accurately, and maintaining disciplined project controls. They partner with field leadership to keep sequencing realistic, documentation complete, and client expectations well managed.

• Project financials stay healthy with accurate cost-to-complete and monthly forecasting within ±1% of final.

• Closeout is organized and efficient, driving first-pass acceptance on punch, O&M, and training.

• Client satisfaction remains strong through proactive communication and timely issue resolution.

• Trade partner performance improves through clear scope alignment, consistent expectations, and professional follow-through.

Why MBG?

We know great Team Members have options. Here’s why ours choose MBG — and why they stay:

• An Intentional Way of Working: We’re deliberate about how work gets done, balancing field time, office support, and collaboration to build strong teams and deliver quality outcomes.

• Built on Collaboration, Not Silos: We work best when we work together. Open communication, shared problem‑solving, and mutual accountability are part of our day‑to‑day culture.

• Ownership Comes With Trust: We trust our people to lead, make decisions, and own results, with experienced leaders who provide support, mentorship, and clarity.

• Growth Without Burnout: We set high standards while respecting the people doing the work, creating space for sustainable growth over the long term.

• Compensation Reflects Responsibility: Pay and incentives align with the responsibility you carry and the impact you make, with rewards tied to performance and results.

MBG is a people‑first general contractor headquartered in St. Louis and serving the greater Midwest. With more than $350 million in active construction, we focus on delivering environments shaped by care, expertise, and a commitment to doing the right thing. What truly defines MBG is our Team Members—the people who show up every day to support one another, raise the bar, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

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