Senior Project Manager - National Construction

Senior Project Manager - National Construction Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award‑winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate client‑facing project delivery activities. This role will oversee project execution to ensure alignment with company objectives related to cost control, safety, quality, client satisfaction, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader who can organize and supervise teams to meet project goals efficiently. At Interstates, our success starts with yours. Interstates Describes Its Culture as Family‑Like Caring co‑workers treat each other like family Be treated like an individual, not just a number Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work life Lunch gatherings and social activities promote fun and camaraderie Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates Our Why: Providing opportunities for our people Making a difference with our clients Pursuing a better way Sound too good to be true? Put in your application today, and allow Interstates to prove to you why we are an Industry Leader in more ways than one. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with leadership to establish project direction and priorities. Contribute to growth and development strategies for delivery, home base, and offer teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within project management and execution teams. Thoroughly review project contracts, scope, specifications, budgets, and allowances before project commencement. Monitor project progress, labor and material costs, and productivity weekly to maintain control and alignment with budgets. Provide project/site leaders and operations managers with necessary data, budgets, and bid information to ensure successful project execution. Recommend and select materials, vendors, and subcontractors; manage purchase orders and subcontract agreements with a focus on budget adherence. Address and resolve project issues including scope changes, extra work, productivity concerns, and health and safety impacts. Schedule and coordinate progress meetings with clients, engineers, and stakeholders to maintain workflow and resolve issues. Analyze production reports for accuracy, billing progress, job cost, and overall project profitability. Update and review project schedules monthly, coordinating with project/site leaders and subcontractors. Prepare materials for monthly project reviews covering profit/loss, schedule, planning, and client satisfaction. Manage change orders promptly in collaboration with clients, contractors, suppliers, and project teams. Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure expectations for budget, quality, and safety are consistently met. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Minimum 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years leading projects. Strong knowledge of project contracts, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills. Commitment to safety and quality standards. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Travel: Travel will be required and will vary according to jobsite needs and assigned duties. What You Should Know Before You Apply Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see our Privacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice. Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug‑free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at‑will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Interstates Companies