Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project ManagerJob Description The Senior Project Manager will lead projects through the full lifecycle, including design, pre-construction, and construction, with responsibility for scope, scheduling, budgeting, contracts, and the out-to-bid process. This role oversees the work of the design team, manages project financials and administration, and ensures customer satisfaction across a portfolio of HVAC and construction projects, including complex, multi-building and mission-critical facilities. The position requires someone who works independently with minimal oversight, collaborates closely with project management teams and subcontractors, and maintains accurate project documentation and reporting. Responsibilities Manage the design, pre-construction, and construction phases of projects, including scope, schedule, budget, contracts, and out-to-bid processes.Work directly with the project management team to help manage and estimate construction projects.Organize and control engineering project elements to ensure successful completion.Review construction drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.Assemble all necessary details and documentation required to prepare job bid proposals.Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and interact with them to secure information needed for bids and project execution.Support the Project Manager in collecting data and documentation required to complete the monthly Work in Progress (WIP) report.Assist with projecting job budgets and ensuring adherence to budget and timing of tasks throughout the project.Maintain project schedules by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and surfacing issues that need resolution, including interfacing with subcontractors to meet schedule requirements.Control project costs by recommending expenditures, administering contractor contracts, and monitoring budget performance.Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, and recommending appropriate actions.Travel to job sites as needed to review progress, address challenges, and provide solutions.Assist in developing and maintaining project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations on site.Maintain and update the project database using construction management systems to ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping.Be available to support the Project Manager by responding to customer inquiries and providing timely information.Contribute to overall team success by accomplishing related tasks and supporting colleagues as needed.Take full responsibility for project financials, administration, implementation, management, and customer satisfaction for assigned projects.Manage the implementation and execution of HVAC equipment projects, ensuring alignment with the defined scope of work and schedule.Oversee a portfolio of projects that may include both smaller jobs and larger, multi-building or complex construction projects.Manage project scope, cost, and schedule by reviewing contract documents, holding internal coordination meetings, establishing customer expectations, and identifying risks with corresponding mitigation plans.Compare estimated equipment ship dates with contractors’ project schedules and ensure compliance with internal equipment ordering processes.Maintain the accuracy of forecasted cost at completion and control expenses by closely monitoring assigned project budgets.Coordinate regularly with owners, contractors, and trade partners to ensure alignment on project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.Ensure construction documentation such as RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other records are properly created, tracked, and maintained.Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced construction environment while prioritizing tasks and deadlines.Interface with executives from large organizations as needed to provide project updates and support strategic initiatives. Essential Skills At least 7 years of experience in construction project management, project coordination, assistant project management, or superintendent roles.Proven experience managing subcontractors on commercial, industrial, manufacturing, data center, or large construction projects.Demonstrated experience maintaining and updating detailed project schedules.Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation processes.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications accurately.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage documentation, schedules, and multiple project elements.Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with owners, contractors, trade partners, and internal teams.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment while meeting deadlines.Hands-on experience working directly with owners, contractors, and trade partners on active projects.Background in mechanical, electrical, civil, HVAC, or general construction disciplines.Experience with document control and construction documentation management.Experience in commercial construction and construction management, including project engineering and estimation.Proficiency in project scheduling and coordination within construction settings. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with scheduling and project management software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar tools.Data center, industrial, or mission-critical construction experience, including exposure to state-of-the-art facilities.Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously across different sites or buildings.Mechanical engineering or related technical Background supporting HVAC and equipment-focused projects.Familiarity with commercial construction environments and large-scale building systems.Ability to forecast cost at completion and monitor project budgets effectively.Strong relationship-building skills with subcontractors and external partners.Comfort interfacing with executives from large organizations and communicating project status at a high level. Work Environment This role operates primarily in a fast-paced construction environment with regular interaction with subcontractors, clients, and project leadership. The Senior Project Manager will spend time both in the project office and in an on-site trailer at active construction locations, including industrial and mission-critical facilities such as data centers. The position involves travel to project sites as needed to review progress, coordinate activities, and resolve issues. You will work with modern construction management systems and project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar platforms. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to established procedures, rules, and regulations, with a strong focus on collaboration, clear communication, and delivering high-quality results over multi-year project timelines. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Muskogee, OK. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Muskogee,OK. 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