Construction Senior Project Manager - Muskegon, MI

Senior Project Manager

Higley Construction has been one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. The company surpassed 100 years in businessa century shaped by an unwavering commitment to its core values of people, ethics, respect, commitment, and excellence. Since its founding in 1925, Higley Construction has partnered with clients to bring their goals and visions to life, consistently guided by honesty, integrity, and mutual respect.

At Higley Construction, we build more than buildings we build trust, relationships, and communities. From the offices where you work, to the schools where you learn, and the hospitals where you heal, we create environments where people can live, work, and thrive. With every project, we go beyond bricks and mortar to connect people and place, delivering spaces that stand the test of time.

As a 100% Employee-Owned Company, we foster a culture of shared success, job stability, and long-term financial growth for all employees. Within the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you're building more than a career you're building ownership.

Position Overview:

The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) is a highly experienced construction professional responsible for leading multiple complex projects while ensuring they meet budget, schedule, safety, and profitability goals. This role goes beyond standard project management by focusing on strategic initiatives, business development, and organizational leadership. The Sr. PM serves as a mentor to Project Managers (PMs) and Project Engineers (PEs), providing guidance in project execution, financial oversight, and risk management. Acting as the primary liaison for Owners, the Sr. PM oversees contract negotiations, financial closeouts, and dispute resolution while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners. Reporting to the Project Executive, the Sr. PM splits time between the office and the field as required.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstration of receiving high ratings for client satisfaction, safety performance and project execution on projects he or she leads.
• Understands how to identify the risks and requirements within an owner contract.
• General ability to read and understand different perspectives of people involved in a dispute/problem with a consciousness to help resolve the disputes in a positive manner.
• Demonstrates a proven track record of establishing project schedules, including critical milestone dates; and managing the schedule, holding all project stakeholders- Owner, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors accountable for on-time performance.
• Leads all OAC and Subcontractor meetings.
• Drive community engagement efforts, representing Higley Construction in networking and business development activities.
• Generate and mine new business leads through professional relationships, community involvement, and industry connections.
• Lead company-wide initiatives to improve policies, procedures, and best practices for project management and construction execution.
• Identify self-perform work opportunities, ensuring strategic alignment with company capabilities.
• Champion RFQ/RFP pursuits, leading proposal development and ensuring compelling, competitive submissions.
• Review and negotiate Owner contracts, identifying and mitigating risks while ensuring compliance with all requirements.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring each meets safety, quality, and financial objectives.
• Manage highly complex projects, demonstrating expertise in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and risk mitigation.
• Guide project teams in schedule development, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and operational goals.
• Provide staff oversight, mentoring PMs and PEs to enhance team performance and professional growth.
• Approve subcontractor/vendor purchase orders (POs) and contracts, ensuring alignment with budget and scope.
• Review and approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Maximize resource utilization, ensuring efficient deployment of personnel and materials.
• Optimize project profitability, identifying areas for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Ensure diversity and SDI (Subcontractor Default Insurance) adherence, maintaining compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Drive timely financial closeouts, ensuring all contract requirements are met, and final payments are secured.
• Oversee warranty issue resolution and follow-through, maintaining client satisfaction beyond project completion.
• Lead timely issue resolution, proactively addressing project challenges before they escalate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
• Strong understanding of construction law, compliance, and industry best practices.
• High-level competency in construction software and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, business writing, and public presentation skills.
• Ability to develop business opportunities and maintain long-term client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Industry certifications (such as PE, OSHA, USGBC, CMAA, ASHE) are a positive.
• 15-20+ years of increasing responsibility in construction project management.

Why Higley Construction?

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 100% Employee-Owned
• 25 days of Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• 401k Contributions/Match
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Time Off & Gift Match Program
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Years of Service Awards
• $1,500 Referral Bonus
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement
• Capability for up to 16 hours / week of remote work.
• Casual Friday Policy
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Apparel Allowance
• Enterprise/National Rental Benefits

Drug and Alcohol Screening Requirement

As part of your employment with Higley Construction, an initial pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required. This is followed by company-wide annual and random drug and alcohol testing for all employees for the duration of your employment. Higley Construction prohibits employees from being under the influence of substances such as drugs or alcohol during work hours. Higley Construction is dedicated to the Safety of all individuals in our offices and our job sites.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The following outlines the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor. Responsibilities include climbing ladders, working on scaffolding, driving motor vehicles, and walking on roofs or other surfaces commonly found in a construction site environment.

Physical Activities: This role requires driving to and from office, jobsites, meetings, client locations, events, and other work-related locations as necessary. It also may require climbing ladders and scaffolding, riding in mobile elevated work platforms at heights of up to 80 feet, and entering and working in confined or tight spaces. It involves remaining in a stationary positionstanding or sittingfor extended periods, as well as frequent movement between tasks or worksites, including walking on snow-covered or icy surfaces. The position requires lifting or adjusting objects, including weights ranging from 30 to 50 pounds without difficulty, as well as performing repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, or fingers. Use of hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, and materials is frequent, and tasks may involve operating spray test equipment, construction site tools, power tools, machinery, and heavy equipment. Employees must be able to wear fall protection gear and respiratory protection.

Environmental Conditions: Work may take place in a variety of environmental conditions, including exposure to high and low temperatures, inclement weather such as rain, wind, and snow