Sr Project Manager

About the role

High-Growth, Full Service Construction Firm offering a Sr Project Manager opportunity. This high-impact role is hosted by Aaron Erickson. The firm is a top‑rated Montana and Wyoming construction company with expertise in commercial, industrial, civil engineering, and multi‑family developments, boasting decades of success and continued growth across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Oversight
  • Lead all aspects of project management, providing direction to on-site superintendents and construction managers.
  • Establish project goals, timelines, and policies in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Act as the main liaison with clients, owners, engineers, and subcontractors.
  • Monitor financials, construction progress, and overall performance to ensure success.
• Project Lifecycle Management
  • A. Estimating & Bidding
    • Analyze site conditions and review site plans to fully understand the project scope.
    • Interpret project specifications and coordinate with vendors on material costs.
    • Identify and notify required subcontractors.
    • Develop a preliminary project schedule to ensure timelines are achievable.
  • B. Pre-Construction
    • Review and manage Owner/Prime Bidder and Subcontractor contracts.
    • Coordinate certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements.
    • Collect, review, and submit necessary submittals.
    • Schedule subcontractors and manage material procurement.
    • Prepare comprehensive project binders for superintendents, including plans, specs, phase lists, and materials.
  • C. Construction Execution
    • Direct crews and subcontractors to meet performance goals and timelines.
    • Partner with the VP/ Sr PM on recruitment, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
    • Ensure EEO compliance through coordination with Superintendents.
    • Facilitate communication between field supervisors and engineers/owners.
    • Approve and code invoices, oversee job costing and payroll coding.
    • Track quantities, update projected costs weekly, and generate weekly cost reports with detailed commentary.
    • Submit formal change order requests with supporting documentation; manage related subcontractor changes.
  • D. Post-Construction
    • Submit formal requests for substantial completion.
    • Conduct job cost audits and performance reviews.
    • Lead post-project analysis and documentation closeouts.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or Construction Management. Equivalent experience accepted.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including:
  • Coordination with owners, engineers, agency personnel, employees, vendors, and the public.
  • Proficient with construction-related software and general computer tools.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage complex projects with minimal