Senior Project Manager

About the role

The Senior Project Manager position at Skender is a high-level leadership role within the Operations team. This role involves driving complex projects and client relationships from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and with exceptional quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project delivery from contract review through closeout, ensuring budgets, schedules, and documentation meet Skender standards
• Oversee project teams by assigning workload, providing guidance on complex issues, and maintaining consistent communication on project health
• Partner closely with field leadership to plan phasing, logistics, and safety while upholding Skender’s production fundamentals
• Drive the development, maintenance, and execution of master schedules and project financials, including budgets, bids, change orders, and contract adjustments
• Proactively identify design or scope changes, ensure proper documentation, and protect contractual and financial outcomes
• Champion quality and safety by ensuring company programs, procedures, and expectations are followed by all project stakeholders
• Build strong client, architect, and trade partner relationships to support repeat business, uncover future opportunities, and elevate the Skender experience
• Represent Skender in sales pursuits and client presentations with confidence, clarity, and strong business insight
• Mentor, coach, and grow project managers and emerging leaders; conduct performance reviews, support career development, and ensure alignment with company policies and expectations
• Maintain open communication with executive leadership regarding key risks, challenges, and opportunities across all assigned projects
• Model Skender’s values by promoting teamwork, accountability, and pride in our work while upholding policies, compliance requirements, and industry ethical standards
• Track and communicate key project milestones, keeping all stakeholders informed, engaged, and confident in project progress

Requirements

• 4 year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another construction-related field
• 8 or more years of project management experience in the built construction world

Skills

• Deep understanding of construction industry practices, standards, and their impact on project success
• Strong command of Last Planner System principles and Lean-based production management
• Clear, concise communication tailored to diverse audiences
• Ability to motivate, develop, and lead high-performing teams through effective project and people management
• Organized, prompt, and meticulously detailed documentation tendencies
• Understanding of contract language as it relates to construction activities and planning
• Advanced knowledge of project management and scheduling software for estimating and project management
• Proficient in building construction components and systems for conceptual budgets
• Fluency in the bidding process based on contract documents
• Strong understanding of quantity take-offs, qualification of subcontractor bids, scheduling, general conditions, and any project constraints or coordination issues
• Possesses a fundamental understanding of planning phase schedules, lookahead schedules, and the key concepts of the last planner system
• Understanding of planned percent complete (PPC) to track daily tasks

Benefits

Skender offers an Employee-First Benefits package which includes:

• 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental, & vision)
• Annual deposit into health savings account
• Retail plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Wellness incentives
• Paid time off
• Parental leave for mothers and fathers
• Free employee assistance program services
• Free short- & long-term disability insurance
• Community involvement

EEO Statement

At Skender, our values guide our behavior and shape our actions. Our promise is an authentic commitment to equality, opportunity, and a respectful work environment for all. We embrace individuality and listen to diverse voices. We believe that hiring those with different experiences and backgrounds, ultimately enhances our expertise as an organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.