Senior Construction Project Manager

Senior Construction Project Manager

Build With Integrity. Lead With Purpose.

August 2026 | Contegra Construction is looking for an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of large, complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and design-build construction projects while serving as a trusted leader for clients, project teams, and the organization.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives on building relationships, developing people, and delivering exceptional projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you will provide strategic oversight from preconstruction through project closeout, guiding multiple project teams, mentoring Project Managers and Project Engineers, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Contegra’s high standards of quality.

If you are a proven construction leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building long-term client partnerships, and helping others succeed, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact with a company that values integrity, accountability, and teamwork.

What you’ll do:

• Lead multiple complex construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and warranty.
• Provide strategic leadership for project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, and project execution.
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, profitability, cost control, billing, and risk management.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and key project stakeholders.
• Partner closely with Superintendents to ensure field operations align with project goals, schedules, and quality expectations.
• Lead executive-level project meetings while serving as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify project risks early and implement proactive solutions that protect schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
• Guide project teams through Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change orders, pay applications, claims avoidance, and project documentation.
• Support preconstruction efforts through conceptual budgeting, value engineering, constructability reviews, and project planning.
• Mentor Project Managers, Project Engineers, and emerging leaders while fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, interviews, project pursuits, and repeat business opportunities.
• Champion continuous improvement by promoting best practices in safety, quality, project delivery, and client service.

What we’re looking for:

The ideal candidate is a respected construction professional with a proven history of leading successful projects, developing high-performing teams, and building lasting client relationships.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in commercial construction.
• Demonstrated success delivering large, complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or design-build projects.
• Experience leading multiple concurrent projects and mentoring project management teams.
• Design-build experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, project financial management, and risk mitigation.
• Proven ability to lead negotiations, resolve complex project challenges, and drive successful project outcomes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software including Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and scheduling software.

Work Environment:

This position combines office-based leadership with regular visits to active construction sites, client offices, and project meetings. Travel throughout the region is expected to support project teams and maintain strong client relationships. Occasional extended hours may be required during key project milestones or critical phases of construction.

Why Contegra?

At Contegra, we believe our people are the foundation of every successful project. Our Senior Project Managers don’t just deliver buildings—they build trusted client relationships, mentor future leaders, and help shape the direction of our company.

You’ll have the opportunity to lead some of the region’s most challenging commercial and industrial construction projects while working alongside a collaborative team that values innovation, accountability, and doing the right thing.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• ESOP participation.
• Monthly vehicle allowance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Contegra Construction is an equal opportunity employer.