Senior Project Manager​/Director

Position Summary

PMA is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager / Director to lead complex, high-profile capital projects and expand our presence in Western Massachusetts. This role will be physically based in the region and will work closely with PMA’s executive leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for full lifecycle project management, business development, client engagement, and strategic delivery of both public and private sector initiatives.

This position may serve as the Owner’s Representative and involves oversight of multiple project teams, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory compliance, particularly within highly regulated environments. It combines tactical project delivery with regional leadership responsibilities.

• Project & Program Leadership
• Lead large-scale capital projects and/or multi-project programs from planning through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, acting as PMA’s representative in meetings, presentations, and strategic discussions.
• Coordinate with internal project staff, consultants, contractors, and client personnel to maintain alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Business Development & Regional Growth
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships to support business development and identify new project opportunities in Western Massachusetts.
• Collaborate with PMA leadership on proposal strategy, client retention efforts, and long-term regional expansion initiatives.
• Project Controls & Execution
• Define project scopes, KPIs, and stakeholder strategies.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and resource plans.
• Conduct site visits, lead project meetings, generate meeting minutes, and track deliverables and action items.
• Ensure QA/QC, regulatory compliance, and safety standards are met.
• Organizational Contribution
• Mentor and oversee junior staff and project managers.
• Contribute to internal PM best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in developing reports, presentations, and executive-level documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (required).
• Master’s degree or PMP certification (preferred).
• 10+ years of progressively responsible project management experience, including both public and private capital projects.
• Proven experience in business development and client relations.
• Prior experience working for or with an Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) is highly desired.
• Advanced proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Procore, Primavera P6).
• Strong skills in project financials, risk management, schedule analysis, and contract interpretation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with a high degree of accountability.

• Must be based in Western Massachusetts and available to work full-time, Monday through Friday.
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required to meet critical deadlines.

$154,927 - $195,092 a year

The salary range for this position is $154,927 - $195,092. A hired employee will be placed within this salary range based on a variety of legitimate business reasons, including but not limited to the individual’s scope of relevant experience and geographic location.

Physical:
Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive:
Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a…