Senior Project Manager

Job Title:

Senior Project Manager

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager leads complex ground-up industrial and data center construction projects from inception through closeout, with full ownership of financial performance, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction. This role manages large-scale projects in the $20-$25M+ range, serves as the primary client-facing representative, and drives coordination among owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. The Senior Project Manager uses Procore and Bluebeam to oversee project documentation and workflows, develops detailed look-ahead schedules, and ensures projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in alignment with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

+ Own overall project financial performance by managing budgets, forecasting costs, tracking expenditures, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

+ Lead end-to-end project delivery to ensure alignment with contract documents, schedule milestones, and quality expectations.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining clear communication, managing relationships, and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

+ Develop, maintain, and manage detailed look-ahead schedules to proactively track progress, identify constraints, and mitigate risks before they impact the project.

+ Lead and facilitate internal and client-facing meetings, providing clear updates on schedule, cost, risks, and overall project performance.

+ Collaborate closely with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to drive coordination, resolve design and field issues, and keep work on track.

+ Utilize Procore to manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals, reporting, and overall project workflows.

+ Utilize Bluebeam to review, mark up, and coordinate construction documents and drawings.

+ Oversee permitting and approvals, and coordinate with local agencies and utility providers to ensure timely approvals and connections.

+ Manage change orders by defining scope, assessing cost and schedule impacts, negotiating as needed, and ensuring proper documentation and approvals.

+ Drive project closeout activities, including completion of punch list items, coordination of final inspections, and preparation of turnover documentation.

+ Maintain accurate and timely project reporting, including monthly status updates, cost reports, and executive summaries for leadership.

+ Identify project risks, analyze root causes of issues, and implement timely and effective solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

+ Strategically allocate labor, equipment, and subcontractor resources to maximize efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

+ Set clear expectations for internal teams and subcontractors, and hold all parties accountable for performance, safety, and deliverables.

+ Provide calm, steady leadership on-site and in the office, fostering a collaborative environment where teamwork, respect, and clear communication are prioritized.

+ Guide and support subcontractors and team members with clarity and respect, ensuring alignment with project goals and company values.

Essential Skills

+ At least 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager supporting ground-up industrial and/or data center construction projects.

+ Proven experience managing large projects with budgets of $20-$25M or greater.

+ Strong background in industrial construction, including tilt-up and ground-up projects; tilt-up experience is required.

+ Procore expertise, including managing RFIs, submittals, documentation, and project workflows (Procore is required).

+ Bluebeam proficiency for reviewing and coordinating construction documents (Bluebeam is required).

+ Demonstrated experience creating and managing detailed look-ahead schedules (experience with look-ahead schedules is required).

+ Client-facing experience and ability to represent the company professionally with owners, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.

+ Construction management and project management experience in industrial and/or data center environments.

+ Ability to manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and change orders.

+ Strong risk identification, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills to keep projects on track.

+ Excellent communication and meeting facilitation skills, both internally and with clients.

+ Proven ability to lead teams, set expectations, and hold internal staff and subcontractors accountable.

+ Local presence in or near Oak Brook, IL, with the ability to work from the office and travel to project sites as needed.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree (BS) in a related field is preferred; candidates with an associate degree and strong relevant experience will be considered.

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Experience with data center projects and mission-critical environments is highly valued.

+ Experience working on diversified project types such as multi-family, Senior living, healthcare, R&D laboratories, industrial and manufacturing, food and…