Senior Project Manager, Construction

Position: Senior Project Manager, Construction

Location: Cleveland, OH

Job : 624

The Senior Project Manager, Construction is responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects, including new builds, substantial rehabilitations, and renovations. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Construction, this role involves managing projects from the financing grant period through design, construction, and warranty phases. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with architects, engineers, and general contractors, ensuring effective project execution within established budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities include pre‑construction planning, contract buyouts, RFQ and RFP submissions, and tracking key project elements such as change orders, RFIs, submittals, and safety compliance.

This position requires experience in phased construction, including coordinating with property management and ensuring resident relocations are managed efficiently. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for coordinating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and safety and quality control managers.

A comprehensive list of essential duties and responsibilities follows.

The pay range for this position is $115,000 – $128,000 per year (FLSA Exempt) commensurate with experience

• Works directly for the general contractor
• Reports directly to the Vice President of Construction
• Builds budgets and schedules during financing grant application period
• Preconstruction experience required
• Collaborates with architects and engineers during design and value‑engineering phase
• Submits RFQs and RFPs to obtain accurate estimates and detailed schedules
• Performs contract buyouts for each project
• Oversees the projects and construction of respective teams
• Ensures safety plan is adhered to on all projects
• Cooperates with Safety and Quality Control Manager on all projects
• Oversees project from financing grant period to design and oversee construction from new/rehab to warranty period
• Actively manages team members to ensure effective progress
• Regularly communicates with the Vice President of Construction, owner and any necessary parties

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• 15 years of relevant experience, equivalent in lieu of degree.

• 10+ years Project Management of related multi‑family residential and/or commercial construction experience
• Previously managed project of $8M - $15M magnitude in multi‑family residential and/or commercial construction experience.
• 5+ years LIHTC experience
• 5+ years Preconstruction experience

• Procore experience or construction management software experience for electronic communication with all subcontractors and vendors
• Able to produce construction schedules, CPM schedules and budgets
• OSHA 30 or OSHA 10 Certified
• Project Management Certified.

• Valid driver license, current automobile insurance and reliable personal vehicle.
• Frequent local travel required in Cuyahoga County, Lorain County and Medina County and occasional driving within a 3‑hour drive of Greater Cleveland.
• Commitment to mission of providing affordable housing.

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
• Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.

• Opportunities for on‑the‑job training and/or professional development.