Senior Project Manager - Restoration
$140k - $165kBerglund Construction
Build More Than Projects. Build Your Future with an Exceptional Team.
At Berglund Construction, our success is driven by people who care deeply about their work, their teammates, and the communities they serve. We create an environment where collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and innovation are encouraged at every level.
When you join Berglund, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, develop professionally, and contribute to a company that values relationships as much as results. We believe that when our people thrive, our projects do too.
Come build your future with a team that's committed to excellence, growth, safety and making a lasting impact.
About the Role
The Senior Project Manager - Restoration is responsible for leading complex construction projects across multiple markets, including commercial, healthcare, K-12, and higher education. This individual will provide strategic leadership, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In addition to project execution, the Senior Project Manager actively cultivates strong client relationships to drive repeat business, long-term partnerships, and overall customer satisfaction.
The Senior Project Manager provides strategic direction and hands-on management of multiple projects, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, risk management, and overall financial performance. This individual must demonstrate strong technical knowledge of restoration construction practices, existing building conditions, access systems, and the unique challenges associated with working on occupied buildings and historically significant structures. The role also includes mentoring and developing project management staff, supporting field operations, and proactively identifying and resolving project challenges.
In addition to project execution, the Senior Project Manager serves as a key representative of Berglund Construction, developing and maintaining strong relationships with building owners, property managers, architects, engineers, and consultants. This individual is expected to identify future business opportunities, support estimating and preconstruction efforts, and cultivate long-term client relationships that generate repeat business and contribute to the continued growth of the Restoration Business Unit.
The Senior Project Manager – Restoration reports directly to the Vice President of Restoration and works closely with senior leadership, project managers, assistant project managers, superintendents, and field personnel across Berglund Construction operations.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Execution
- Provide senior-level leadership and oversight of complex restoration, preservation, and building envelope rehabilitation projects from award through final completion.
- Independently manage multiple projects while maintaining accountability for schedules, budgets, quality, safety, and overall project performance.
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, work plans, and production controls.
- Lead and mentor project teams, including project managers, assistant project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and internal support staff.
- Coordinate complex project sequencing, logistics, site access, and phasing, particularly for occupied buildings and operational facilities.
- Conduct regular jobsite visits to evaluate progress, productivity, workmanship, safety, and adherence to project requirements.
- Proactively identify project challenges, anticipate potential delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain project commitments.
- Provide leadership and support to project teams in resolving complex construction issues and making timely project decisions.
- Oversee project closeout, punch list completion, final financial reconciliation, and warranty obligations.
Client Relationship Development & Business Growth
- Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for building owners, property managers, architects, engineers, and consultants.
- Develop and maintain long-term client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and consistent project performance.
- Identify opportunities for additional services, future projects, and continued business with existing clients.
- Lead OAC (Owner, Architect, Contractor) meetings, consultant coordination meetings, and internal project reviews, presenting project updates, financial forecasts, schedule milestones, and potential risks.
- Represent Berglund Construction professionally at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions.
- Anticipate client needs, proactively address concerns, and ensure a high level of client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with the Vice President of Restoration and estimating department to pursue new opportunities, develop project strategies, and support repeat business.
- Participate in preconstruction efforts, including project evaluations, budgeting, constructability reviews, and client presentations.
Financial & Contract Management
- Assume full accountability for the financial performance and profitability of assigned projects.
- Develop, manage, and regularly update project budgets, cost projections, and forecasts to ensure financial objectives are achieved.
- Review subcontractor proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage subcontractor performance and financial commitments.
- Oversee project billing, subcontractor invoices, payment applications, and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Identify, price, negotiate, and manage change orders while ensuring timely documentation and approval.
- Monitor job cost reports, labor productivity, material costs, and subcontractor expenditures to identify potential financial risks.
- Review and understand contract requirements, including scope, schedule obligations, notice provisions, and contractual risks.
- Provide accurate and timely financial reporting to the Vice President of Restoration and company leadership.
- Implement corrective measures when project costs, productivity, or profitability deviate from established goals.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Champion Berglund Construction's safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
- Establish and maintain quality control expectations specific to restoration, preservation, and building envelope construction.
- Work closely with superintendents and field leadership to establish production goals, monitor productivity, and maintain quality standards.
- Proactively identify safety, operational, financial, and contractual risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Ensure project teams maintain accurate documentation, permits, schedules, daily reports, and project records.
- Promote accountability among project teams for safety, workmanship, productivity, and overall project execution.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and share lessons learned and best practices across the Restoration Business Unit.
Leadership
- Provide leadership and support to assistant project managers and project managers.
- Establish clear roles, responsibilities, expectations, and accountability for team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of construction project management experience , with significant experience in façade restoration, historic preservation, masonry restoration, concrete repairs, or building envelope rehabilitation.
- Proven experience independently managing multiple complex restoration projects with responsibility for scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and financial performance.
- Strong technical knowledge of restoration construction methods, historic building materials, specialized access systems, and industry best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, cost forecasts, change orders, contractual obligations, and profitability.
- Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring project management teams and coordinating field operations.
- Established ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with building owners, property managers, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with construction management software, including Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and related applications.
- Strong understanding of OSHA requirements, construction safety practices, and quality control procedures.
Preferred Characteristics
- Holds true to Berglund Construction’s core values: Operational Excellence, Can Do Attitude, Client Focus, and Respect for the Individual
- Proven leader who takes ownership of project outcomes and holds project teams accountable for performance.
- Relationship-driven professional with a strong commitment to client service and long-term partnerships.
- Excellent communicator capable of effectively engaging clients, senior leadership, project teams, and field personnel.
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and an understanding of how project performance contributes to overall business unit success.
- Self-motivated, organized, and capable of independently managing competing priorities and multiple complex projects.
- Proactive, detail-oriented problem solver who anticipates challenges and makes sound, timely decisions.
- Willingness to mentor and develop less experienced project management personnel.
- Strong commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
- Combination of office and active construction site environments.
- Regular visits to active restoration project sites, including occupied buildings and facilities.
- Travel to project sites and client meetings as required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects, deadlines, and operational priorities.
Pay Range
$140,000 - $165,000 USD
What We Offer You
Berglund Construction offers a comprehensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. Eligible employees are offered 401(k) with company match, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off, peer recognition program; and more.
Berglund Construction provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
*The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screening.
*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
* Please note that any salary shared information is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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