Project Manager - Mission Critical

About the role

GBA Builders specializes in constructing critical environments for pharmaceutical, biotech, mission-critical, and other regulated industries. With headquarters in Lenexa, Kansas and field offices across the Midwest, we provide pre-construction consulting, general contracting, design-build, and construction management-at-risk services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a relationship manager for legacy clients under Master Service Agreements.
• Lead Design-Build or CM@Risk teams from project pursuit through closeout.
• Teach, coach, and mentor staff on best practices, procedures, and client interactions.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and internal teams to resolve issues and keep projects on track.
• Support business development efforts to help generate new project opportunities.
• Assist with estimating during preconstruction and bidding phases.
• Review project estimates with operations teams to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform quality control reviews of design documents and field work.
• Develop and evaluate project schedules.
• Establish and manage project budgets, including forecasting through completion.
• Support project bidding, buyout, and subcontract execution (negotiated and hard bid).
• Write subcontract scopes of work and initiate subcontracts.
• Travel to and from job sites as needed to support field operations.
• Operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company as an essential function of the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Science and Management or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of construction project management experience in mission-critical facilities (data centers, telecom, etc.).
• High-level understanding of MEP systems and fiber network systems.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting and P&L statements.
• Ability to bring an existing client network that can support future project opportunities.
• Proven leadership experience aligned with a Listening and Servant Leadership approach.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner effectively with superintendents, PMs, architects, and engineers.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong overall computer skills.
• Excellent communication, listening, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong time management skills, self-motivation, and demonstrated team-player mindset.

Qualifications

• This position may require travel depending on project location and client needs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.

Skills

• Project management expertise in mission-critical facilities.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Collaborative and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical knowledge of MEP and fiber network systems.
• Financial and budgeting skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, accident, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off.
• Training, professional growth, and advancement opportunities.