Senior Project Manager K-12

About UsColeman Company, Inc. is a multidisciplinary civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying firm based in Savannah, GA. We deliver municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial development projects across the Southeast, known for our technical precision, responsive service, and collaborative approach. Coleman has been recognized as one of Zweig Group's Best Firms to Work For and was recently named the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers’ 2026 Mid-Size Employer of the year.

About the Role Coleman Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced and collaborative Senior Project Manager to join our team in Savannah, Georgia, managing a large-scale K12 Capital Construction Program. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven construction professional who thrives at keeping teams aligned, solving complex challenges, and delivering impactful projects that will educate the next generation of students.

As the onsite Owner's Representative, you will be responsible for all aspects of project success; from conception through completion, working alongside top Engineers, Project Managers, Contractors, and Architects to deliver boldly and deliver right.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with a strong construction background and a passion for large-scale program delivery. The ideal candidate is organized, client-focused, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously while mentoring staff and contributing to long-term program strategy.

Key Responsibilities Serve as the onsite Owner's Representative, overseeing all aspects of project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality

Manage project development from conception through successful client turnover in accordance with program objectives

Oversee contract management, change management, and project governance processes

Manage and coordinate project team members across multiple disciplines

Provide construction oversight and resolve complex, project-related issues in a timely manner

Play an integral role in mentoring and developing project staff

Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, contractors, architects, and stakeholders

Contribute to program strategy development and support program leadership

Prepare and deliver project updates, documentation, and presentations to clients and public entities

Ensure technical performance and successful turnover to the client upon project completion

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field6+ years of experience in construction involving multiple phases of large-scale building and/or rehabilitation projects

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining leadership and resolving critical issues

Strong working knowledge of pre-design, pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, and building systems/components

Preferred:

Prior experience with K–12 building construction and/or other public projects and large programs

Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE), or Architect license/certification

Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary — full-time exempt role Performance bonus opportunities

Vehicle, gas, and phone allowances.

Relocation bonus for qualified candidates.

Half-Day Fridays Office

Hours:

Monday–Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-paid short-term/long-term disability & life insurance
401(k) with employer match9 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO Company store allowance

Professional development and certification support

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position. Coleman Company, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to help lead the future of Coleman Company, Inc. Apply now and grow with us!
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