SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (CONSTRUCTION)

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the successful delivery of large, complex projects and/or the oversight of multiple concurrent projects executed by Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers. This role serves as the lead manager on marquee projects and as a people and performance leader across a portfolio of work. The SPM operates with a strong business mindset balancing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and client relationships while intentionally developing the skills and perspective required to advance into a Project Executive role.

Role / Responsibilities

- Serve as the Lead Project Manager on large, high-risk, or high-visibility projects from preconstruction through closeout. - Directly accountable for overall project performance including safety compliance, financial results (budget, forecasting, cost control), schedule management, quality standards and risk mitigation. - Make senior-level decisions related to staffing, sequencing, and problem resolution on assigned projects. - Act as the primary escalation point for project-level challenges and client concerns. - Review project budgets, schedules, and risk registers regularly and intervene proactively when trends indicate potential issues for your portfolio of projects. - Work with senior leadership team to balance resource allocation across projects to optimize performance and workload. - Lead a portfolio of projects executed by PMs and Assistant PMs. - Directly manage and mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers. - Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and succession planning. - Promotes a culture of safety and enforces safety protocols on all job sites. - Coordinates with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams. - Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to specifications and timelines. - Performs regular site visits to monitor work progress and ensure safety compliance. - Resolves conflicts or issues that arise during the project lifecycle. - Maintains communication with clients and stakeholders throughout the project. - Generates reports on project status, changes, risks, and progress. - Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience / Skills Required

- 5+ years of experience managing heavy civil or horizontal construction projects. - Proven knowledge of grading, utilities, paving, and related site development. - Proficiency in project management software and construction technology. - Strong understanding of construction contracts, submittals, RFIs, and change orders. - Strong knowledge of industry standards, government safety and occupational health and safety requirements. - Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and decision-making abilities. - Desire to self-manage and assume ownership over job responsibilities. - Strong leadership, organizational, time management and planning skills. - Ability to communicate, professionally, in both oral and written format. - Excellent recordkeeping abilities. - Demonstrate the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality. - Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Experience / Skills Desired

- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred. - Microsoft Office Suite. - Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).