Senior Construction Manager

This Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Construction Manager for our Dallas, TX office. The ideal candidate will have experience with coordinating and managing construction projects. This role requires onsite presence on projects located in the Dallas, Texas, and other regions depending on project location. Your impact : Provides leadership and oversight on construction programs by guiding project execution, resolving field challenges, and advising leadership and clients on delivery strategies. Applies expert knowledge of construction practices, contract administration, and risk management to ensure that projects are executed in accordance with industry standards. Oversee field execution strategies and technical delivery for high-value, multi-disciplinary construction projects. Serve as a senior advisor to clients, executives, and project leadership on construction planning, risk mitigation, and delivery models. Evaluate and approve technical submittals, construction change documents, and value engineering proposals. Contribute to contract development, negotiation, and dispute resolution processes on high-profile projects. Oversee project controls integration with field operations, ensuring data accuracy in reporting progress, cost, and performance. Ensure site safety performance and compliance through engagement and strategic oversight. Identify, recruit and onboard new employees, subconsultants, and subcontractors. Direct the QA/QC framework, including inspection readiness, corrective action plans, and compliance verification. Facilitate progress reviews, technical briefings, and client updates. Provide technical leadership in preconstruction planning, site logistics modeling, and phasing strategies. Collaborate with executive leadership to align business strategy with field operations and client needs. Contribute to business development efforts by providing high-level field expertise in proposals, interviews, and pursuit strategies. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence across teams and projects. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in construction management or closely related discipline. 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction management or related areas. Recognized subject matter expertise in construction delivery methods, phasing strategies, and technical field operations. Proven success leading large, complex construction programs in both public and private sector environments. Experience advising on strategic project risks, logistics constraints, and contract compliance. Deep knowledge of construction codes, regulations, and safety requirements. Proficiency in interpreting complex contract documents, scopes, specifications, and project controls data. Experience resolving high-stakes technical disputes and supporting litigation or claim strategies. Ability to influence executive stakeholders and contribute to enterprise-wide construction decisions. Proficiency with advanced construction management tools and platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and digital reporting dashboards. Expert-level understanding of cost control, schedule management, and integrated project delivery frameworks. Demonstrated leadership in developing construction execution plans, risk registers, and contingency strategies. Strong mentorship skills and experience building technical talent pipelines in construction teams. Proven ability to manage performance of high-level professionals and external consultants. Track record of implementing innovative field techniques and improving construction efficiency. Familiarity with federal, state, and local permitting processes and environmental compliance requirements. Strong understanding of public-private partnerships, CM/GC, design-build, and other delivery models. Experience supporting business development, client engagement, and contract negotiations. Preferred Qualifications Certified Construction Manager (CCM), PE, or equivalent credential. OSHA 30-hour safety certification. Experience leading construction delivery for K-12 projects with DISD. Proficiency with Primavera P6 and advanced analytics platforms. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)