Senior Project Manager - Cold Storage

What You’ll Do

• Project Leadership & Execution
• Lead multiple or large, complex cold storage construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Own project outcomes including profitability, schedule, quality, safety, and client satisfaction
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, GMPs, and master schedules
• Oversee critical path scheduling, phasing, and sequencing strategies
• Direct subcontractor buyout, scope alignment, and contract execution
• Ensure field teams have complete and accurate project information to execute successfully
• Lead project closeout, commissioning, and final delivery

Preconstruction & Strategic Planning

• Lead design-phase reviews to ensure alignment with scope, budget, constructability, and risk mitigation
• Partner with owners, architects, and engineers to drive planning and decision-making
• Support contract negotiation and ensure compliance with all contractual requirements
• Identify risks early and implement proactive solutions

Financial & Risk Management

• Provide full financial oversight including forecasting, cost control, and profitability
• Review and approve pay applications, change orders, and cost-to-complete projections
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and take corrective action
• Avoid financial risks and opportunities and take corrective action
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting across all project financials

Relationship & Team Leadership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners and design teams
• Build strong, lasting relationships that lead to repeat business
• Partner closely with Superintendents to align field and office execution
• Lead project meetings and ensure clear communication across all stakeholders
• Coach and mentor Project Managers, APMs, and Project Engineers

Change Management

• Lead negotiation and execution of subcontractor and owner change orders
• Ensure scope clarity, pricing accuracy, and proper approvals
• Enforce contract requirements and maintain accurate project records

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8–10+ years of experience managing complex commercial and/or industrial construction projects
• Proven success delivering projects $15M–$50M+ (or managing multiple projects)
• Advanced knowledge of scheduling, estimating, procurement, and construction systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage risk, solve complex problems, and lead high-performing teams
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed
• Valid driver’s license is required

Preferred

• Previous Cold Storage or MEP Project Management Experience
• Experience with CMiC, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong technical and financial acumen across all phases of construction