Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage assigned clients and construction projects from preconstruction planning through closeout, ensuring alignment with defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Provide senior leadership to project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, mentorship, and a high-performance culture.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, cultivating strong, long-term relationships and ensuring consistent, transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and implement comprehensive Project Execution Plans, including scope definition, schedules, staffing strategies, procurement plans, risk assessments, and milestone tracking.
• Monitor project budgets, expenses, and financial reports, taking proactive measures to maintain financial targets and profitability.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks through early issue identification and corrective action planning.
• Lead procurement strategies for large or complex projects, including subcontractor selection, phased buyout schedules, and material sourcing.
• Chair project meetings and deliver clear, actionable progress updates to all stakeholders.
• Champion and enforce jobsite safety programs, promoting a culture where safety is a core value and shared responsibility.
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing project performance, identifying areas for optimization, and implementing best practices across projects.
• Mentor and develop project team members, providing guidance, feedback, and opportunities for growth.
• Continuously foster strong relationships with clients, retain current repeat clients, and identify and nurture prospective clients.
• Produce all elements of a project execution plan and implement.
• Establish project staffing plan in coordination with the Project Executive to ensure appropriate resourcing.
• Establish financial forecasting requirements with the owners and project stakeholders.
• Implement purchasing elements affecting large projects such as: Project Labor Agreements (PLA), OCIP/CCIP Programs, and phased buyout schedule.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow projections and reports.
• Plan and execute interactive scheduling sessions with client, design team and internal team.
• Assume overall direction for adherence accountability for jobsite quality and financial well-being.

Qualifications

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management, demonstrating a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Deep knowledge of construction processes, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience with project management software and tools for scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
• Advanced ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Comprehensive understanding of building codes, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Strong command of jobsite safety practices and OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification required or attainable.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional learning and leadership development.

Ideal Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven leadership capability with the ability to motivate, influence, and guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic problem-solving skills, particularly in high-risk or high-pressure environments.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture, portfolio-level perspective.
• Advanced proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Visible commitment to safety, quality, and ethical construction practices.
• High level of initiative, accountability, and professional maturity.
• Ability to manage multiple large projects and teams simultaneously while maintaining focus on safety, quality, schedule, and profitability.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., standing or sitting) for extended periods when reviewing plans or conducting meetings.
• Ability to move about active construction sites, including walking on uneven terrain, climbing ladders or scaffolding, ascending/descending stairs, and navigating tight spaces.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to read printed plans, drawings, and computer screens, and conduct conversations in person and via phone/radio in noisy environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Ability to operate standard office and site inspection tools (e.g., laptop, tablet, measuring devices, etc.)

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