Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Title:
Senior Construction Project Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role provides strategic direction, manages budgets and schedules, leads project teams, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple construction projects or large, complex projects from preconstruction through completion
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and cash flow forecasts
• Oversee project teams including project managers, engineers, superintendents, and administrative staff
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project alignment
• Review and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and purchase agreements
• Manage risk, claims, and dispute resolution strategies
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Lead project meetings and executive-level reporting
• Support preconstruction efforts including estimating, value engineering, and constructability reviews
• Ensure accurate project documentation, reporting, and closeout procedures
• Mentor and develop junior project management staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8-12+ years of construction project management experience
• Proven track record managing large-scale or multi-project portfolios
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost controls
• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• PMP, CCM, or equivalent professional certification
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare, or large-scale residential construction (customize as needed)
• Strong financial and analytical skills

Working Conditions

• Combination of office and job-site work
• May require travel between job sites
• Extended hours may be required to meet project deadlines

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.