Senior Project Manager (Nationwide)

About the role

Gilbane is seeking Senior Project Managers for various locations nationwide. Candidates must be open to relocation and travel as necessary. This role serves as the on-site Gilbane manager, responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a large or complex construction project, or multiple small projects. The position is primarily based at the job site, with occasional travel to the office for trainings and meetings.

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices, shaping communities since 1870. The company is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time, offering opportunities to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more.

Responsibilities

• Develops the project safety plan with corporate safety and provides jobsite leadership.
• Develops project controls and procedures to manage complex project requirements; mitigates high-risk items for contract requirements.
• Manages project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements; takes corrective actions for deviations.
• Creates and manages a project-specific quality plan aligned with the Owner contract and contract documents; assists with execution.
• Creates and manages a closeout plan in alignment with contract documents; assists with execution.
• Provides leadership in motivating the project team and maintains a positive work environment, including direct supervision of project administration, superintendents, and engineers.
• Develops the subcontracting strategy; reviews and writes scopes to ensure integrity of the buyout process.
• Implements and enforces all aspects of contracts; creates and leads risk mitigation plans; prepares draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Assumes accountability for insurance and bonds enrollment; manages compliance for trade contractors.
• Leads the development of the project estimate and manages the project and estimating teams to meet contractual obligations.
• Leads project constructability and coordination reviews.
• Creates CPM schedules for large and/or complex projects; recognizes potential schedule impacts and drafts prevention/mitigation plans.
• Develops a basic understanding of local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy.
• Collaborates with business development to integrate sales strategies, including performance metrics and client deliverables.
• Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships, positioning Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice.”
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Interprets and translates organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 8-12 years of experience.
• Experience in Health Care, Advanced Manufacturing Science and Technology, Life Science, K-12, or Higher Education preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of industry-standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred).
• Core values matching Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan.
• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University, a top training organization in the construction industry.
• Opportunity to work with experienced teams on diverse projects.

Pay

The pay ranges from $132,300 to $232,800, determined by factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience, as well as internal equity and team alignment.