Senior Project Manager-Sitework
Kimmel & Associates · Charleston, SC · 3 days ago
Project Management$150k–$180k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multiple sitework construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, and client relationships.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, engineers, and field teams.
- Collaborate closely with estimating and field operations to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitor project financial performance and implement strategies to maximize profitability.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
- Work directly with company leadership to learn operational systems and management processes.
- Gradually assume broader operational responsibilities in preparation for transitioning into the Operations Manager role.
Requirements
- Extensive project management experience within sitework, heavy civil, excavation, grading, underground utilities, or land development construction.
- Prominent ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering strong financial results.
- Strong knowledge of project scheduling, estimating, budgeting, and contract administration.
- Experience leading project teams and developing junior staff.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Strong business acumen with an interest in operational leadership.
- Able to build lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- A proactive, collaborative leadership style with a long-term career mindset.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required based on relevant experience.
Benefits
- Base salary of $150,000–$180,000, depending on experience.
- Performance-based bonus program.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Retail savings plan.
- Significant opportunity for career advancement into an Operations Manager leadership position within 12–24 months.
- Long-term opportunity to help guide the strategic growth of an established and respected contractor.