Senior Project Manager (Mission Critical)

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Mission Critical team for a project in Montgomery, AL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a team.
• Foster customer relationships.
• Facilitate project planning, delivery and execution.
• Drive projects through the entire Aldridge Project Lifecycle.
• SAFETY – Drive the IIF safety culture.
• Regularly visit your job sites and lead by example.
• Ensure a safety plan is developed and adhered to.

• MENTORING AND COACHING – Lead and develop your team.
  • Direct the activities of Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers, train them in their roles and responsibilities and hold them accountable.
  • Be a resource to help new recruits learn and understand Aldridge business processes.
  • Influence support staff and cross-divisional resources.
  • Develop a successor and a succession plan for continued growth opportunity and back tier.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS – Foster customer relationships.
  • Build a strong partnership with the General Contractor and owner(s).
  • Own a customer account; build a long‑term relationship with the prospect of future work.
  • Foster a close working relationship with field leadership and engage them in Agile and other company processes.
• PROJECT PLANNING – Facilitate project planning.
  • Identify and document the roles and responsibilities of the management team on each project.
  • Ensure there is a plan to meet all contractual requirements.
  • Monitor PM functions and ensure that pre‑job planning tasks are being completed prior to work starting.
  • Share your experience and lessons learned from similar projects with the project team. Ensure there is a plan to mitigate any concerns.
  • Develop and execute a strong financial plan for your projects (accurate project financials, status presentation, positive cash flow, cash collections).
• PROJECT EXECUTION – Drive a project through the entire Aldridge Project Lifecycle.
  • Deliver project‑level solutions and deliver the contract.
  • Ensure that the company processes and tools are being utilized. Monitor Agile reporting and enact change when needed.
  • Ensure billings are up to date and rectify any underbilling or collection issues.
  • Ensure that monthly project status reports are accurate.
  • Sign‑off on or create all change order requests to the Customer.
  • Elevate critical job issues to the Division Manager or Vice President.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Management or other construction‑related major. Equivalent construction or Union trade background is also considered.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, and architectural plans as they relate to schedules, cost and performance
• Proficient in estimating, scheduling, budgeting costs, field supervision, financial reporting and client relationships
• Proficient in Google Suite, Primavera Project and Contract Management and Bluebeam.
• Experience leading a team and mentoring subordinates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and relationship skills at all levels, including clients, owners, field and office personnel
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time for yourself and others
• Willing to travel

What We Offer

The annual base pay for this role is between $130,000 - $190,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.