Senior Project Manager

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager: K-12 & Civic, Design-Build Puget Sound, WA | Full-time | $170,000–$180,000 base + bonus + car allowance Appleton Finn is partnering with a well-established general contractor, 60+ years in business with offices in three states, to hire a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead its K-12 and civic work across Puget Sound. This is a high-impact role. You'll lead pursuits as well as projects, helping the business grow in two key markets, with a direct line to the regional president. Strong Project Managers ready for the next step will be considered for a Senior PM title. Why this role - Lead the work, not just run it: real influence on pursuits, strategy and team - Education and public work are where the region's building pipeline is heading - A growing business investing in its project leadership - Visibility and support from senior leadership from day one What you'll do - Lead K-12 and civic projects through design-build delivery, from pursuit and preconstruction through to closeout - Shape winning pursuits, including proposals and selection interviews - Manage budgets, schedules, buyout, change orders and owner relationships - Work closely with design teams and public owners such as school districts, cities and counties - Lead and develop project teams What you'll bring - Design-build experience (required) - K-12 and/or government/civic project experience - GC/CM experience, including MACC negotiation, is a strong plus - Typically 5+ years as a Project Manager with a commercial general contractor - Puget Sound project experience and knowledge of local subcontractors and public-work requirements - Strong client-facing and communication skills Compensation and benefits - Base salary: $170,000–$180,000, depending on experience - Bonus: $20,000+ - Car allowance - [Benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO – confirm with client] Interested? Apply here or message Sam Corson at Appleton Finn for a confidential conversation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.