Sr. Project Manager (Site Based; Travel Required)

Alberici is a diversified construction company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, employing more than 1,200 people and generating nearly $2B in revenue. Since 1918, the company has delivered projects across automotive, commercial, civil, energy, food & beverage, healthcare, heavy industrial, industrial process, and water industries. The mission is to build critical structures that improve lives and strengthen communities. Position Overview The Sr. Project Manager is accountable for developing, maintaining, updating, distributing, and managing estimates; overseeing change orders and billing; supervising subcontractor performance; ensuring projects meet quality and regulatory specifications; and managing project start‑ups, cost controls, labor productivity, and financial performance. Budget / Schedule / Cost Control Develop, maintain, update, distribute, and manage estimates. Decide how to handle client change orders, including pricing. Review construction strategy with estimators and Business Development during bidding and proposal. Assist in negotiating work with prospective clients and recommend contract type. Ensure the project schedule is developed and maintained. Use cost accounting/reporting systems to identify and correct cost overruns. Ensure client receivables are paid and discuss collections with the client if needed. Monitor construction progress relative to percent of contract billed. Review management reports, interact with the Project Manager, and provide coaching for positive financial performance. Identify and manage project risks, including safety, insurance, security, and compliance. Approve project expense reports and forward them to the Vice President. Management Competencies Use all project controls software effectively. Coordinate support functions, including project start‑up with internal and external teams. Provide direction during major events (e.g., accidents, labor disputes). Assist in resolving jurisdictional issues and keep upper management informed. Clarify needs for specific functions and plan with matrix or direct managers. Provide ongoing performance feedback, coaching, and development for the Project Manager and team. Conduct reviews with direct reports and involve the Vice President. Identify employees ready for higher responsibility and give them challenging assignments. Create, interpret, and execute contracts. Manage change order process, billings, and meetings. Maintain positive relationships with subcontractors and enforce timely dispute resolution and payment. Establish constructive relationships with key subcontractors, positioning Alberici as their preferred contractor. Handle labor relations and jurisdiction matters. Implement company buy‑out procedures (bid packs). Construction Means and Methods Stage, prepare, phase, and sequence site logistics within budget and schedule, assessing constructability. Ensure projects comply with Company Quality Management procedures. End User Interaction Build rapport with architects, engineers, owners, and department managers. Establish relationships with prospective and current clients in assigned markets. Maintain positive working relationships with client representatives. Keep the Vice President informed of client relationship status and upcoming work. Understand client business needs and satisfy them, following through on commitments. Ensure client satisfaction and manage client interactions professionally. Communicate effectively with owner’s top management when required. Performance Apply Built In Safety policies and practices. Meet or exceed performance targets. Develop safety incentive programs for projects. Take disciplinary action when safety measures are insufficient. Review costs and variances weekly or monthly with Project Managers. Verify billing processes and review change order logs. Review expense reports and labor productivity reports regularly. Address profit fade and develop recovery plans. Review project income schedules with financial directors quarterly. Other Duties Fulfill MBE/DBE/WBE requirements. Monitor supplier performance. Participate in civic, community, and public relations efforts. Maintain schedule, quality, and design‑to‑budget for internal design work. Research and recommend actions for potential project claims. Review cost trends monthly with operations directors. Prepare Horizon Plans quarterly with division leaders. Travel to Company and subsidiary offices, client, subcontractor, and supplier meetings across North America as required. Maintain reliable attendance and adhere to company guidelines. Management Responsibilities Manage and direct Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and non‑supervisory administrative staff. Responsibilities include hiring, training, planning, directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and resolving complaints. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree related to the construction industry. 10 years of experience in project engineering, construction project management, or related fields. Exposure to projects exceeding $50 million. Willingness to travel up to 85 % of the time across North America. What We Offer Profit‑sharing plan, cash bonus programs, and annual cost‑of‑living adjustments. Generous salary increases and per diems for qualified out‑of‑town assignments. Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility on day one. Paid parental leave. Continuing education reimbursement. Personalized career development and training programs. Minimum of 29 days of PTO (including holidays) for entry‑level roles. Fitness center for St.Louis office‑based team members. Gym membership reimbursement for project‑based team members. Corporate office cafeteria access. Employee Resource Group (ERG) opportunities. Philanthropy opportunities. Growth Opportunities Alberici invests heavily in training and development for technical, managerial, and leadership skills. This role is on the Operations Career Ladder; employees participate in a Professional Development Plan (PDP). Typical advancement: Project Director, followed by Vice President. Alberici is a North American company with multiple operating units, including Alberici Constructors, Inc.; Alberici Constructors, LTD.; Alberici Construcciones, BRC; CAS Constructors; Filanc; Flintco; Hillsdale Fabricators; and Kienlen Constructors. Equal Opportunity Employer Alberici is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr