Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction


Experienced Senior Project Manager responsible for leading large-scale commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Oversees project budgets, schedules, contracts, client relationships, and full project delivery while ensuring safety, quality, and profitability goals are achieved.


Typical project experience includes:

• Ground-up commercial construction
• Healthcare and life science facilities
• Multifamily and mixed-use developments
• Industrial and warehouse/distribution centers
• Higher education and institutional projects
• Tenant improvements (TI) at large scale
• Projects ranging from $20M-$100M+ in value

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle management of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets, cost reports, and financial forecasts.
• Oversee master schedules, milestones, and project execution planning with field teams.
• Manage contracts, subcontracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittal workflows.
• Direct coordination between owners, architects, engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Lead project meetings, client presentations, and progress reporting.
• Ensure projects meet contractual requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.
• Support or lead procurement strategy and subcontractor selection.
• Manage risk, resolve disputes, and address field and design issues proactively.
• Mentor Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
• Partner closely with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with project goals.
• Utilize Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Project, and other construction management tools.

Qualifications:

• 8-15+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Proven track record managing large commercial projects ($20M-$100M+ preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction contracts (lump sum, GMP, design-build).
• Advanced skills in budgeting, scheduling, and cost control.
• Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Core Skills:

• Project Leadership
• Financial Management & Cost Control
• Scheduling & Planning (P6/MS Project)
• Contract Administration
• Client & Owner Relations
• Change Order Management
• Risk Management
• Subcontractor Coordination
• Team Mentorship
• Construction Documentation

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus (typically 10-25% depending on company/project performance)
• Company truck or vehicle allowance
• Fuel card or mileage reimbursement
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Cell phone and laptop allowance
• Life, disability, and AD&D insurance
• Profit sharing opportunities (company dependent)
• Relocation assistance (for qualified candidates or project needs)
• Professional development, certifications, and training support
• Clear path to Project Executive or Operations leadership roles

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.