Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager reports to the Division Manager and is responsible for financial performance and client satisfaction across multiple projects. This role sets and drives project goals for Safety, Quality, and Productivity (SQP), supports Division-specific initiatives, manages Project Management team members, and contributes to business planning and performance. Ensures job satisfaction through strong partnerships and the consistent application of Kent Companies' hallmarks.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead by example while mentoring and developing project teams to build bench strength and support long-term succession planning.
  • Provide oversight, direction, and accountability for project staff while promoting a culture of safety, performance, and continuous improvement.
  • Champion training, certification, and professional development initiatives across the team.
• Preconstruction & Strategic Planning
  • Partner with Project Leadership, Preconstruction Management, and key stakeholders to develop strategic project plans that align with clients' schedule & objectives while driving company profitability.
  • Lead development of preliminary schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
  • Contribute to division-level planning, costs to complete, and overall business performance.
• Project Setup & Controls
  • Oversee project setup including contract review, risk identification, cost structure, and implementation of project controls (cost codes, PO logs, submittals, etc.)
  • Ensure all systems and processes are in place to effectively manage cost, schedule, and documentation
• Project Execution & Financial Performance
  • Maintain full ownership of project performance including cost, schedule, cash flow, and safety.
  • Monitor productivity, job costs, and quantities... proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
  • Lead change order strategy, pricing, and negotiations to ensure alignment with contract terms and client expectations.
  • Oversee execution from mobilization through closeout, ensuring quality, efficiency, and contract compliance.
  • Drive risk management practices across all phases of the project.
• Client Relations & Communication
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships through proactive communication and problem-solving.
  • Communicate key updates, risks, and opportunities to both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Project Manager in construction or a related field
• At least 10 years of overall construction experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years of project management and estimating experience with a large-scale self-perform GC or concrete contractor
• Proven experience managing self-performed concrete work
• Experience delivering commercial, data center, and industrial concrete projects
• Familiarity with projects exceeding $4 million in value
• Strong background in estimating, bidding, and proposal development
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Paid weekly
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

Perks associated with this role

Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined, rather it builds on the teammate's strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

Work Environment & Physical Demand

This position works in an office environment; occasionally traveling to the field to supervise projects as required. This position requires long periods of sitting.

Position Type, Travel, and Work Schedule

• Position Type & Travel: This full-time office position requires travel to local job locations in and around Pflugerville.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a standard full-time schedule; however, additional hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines. Due to construction-related demands, the position requires flexibility to work non-typical days and irregular hours. The role also requires availability to respond to phone calls outside of standard business hours.

About Kent Companies

Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete™ and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Companies' family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.

Kent Concrete

We deliver comprehensive, turnkey concrete construction services for customers nationwide. Our services include structural concrete, tilt-up concrete, concrete paving, curb and gutter, and concrete pumping. From the most complex cast-in-place structures to mission-critical facilities, our customers turn to us because they know we'll deliver the horsepower and expertise to get the job done.

About Kent Companies Central Texas Concrete Division

Kent Concrete operates an Austin-based commercial division that delivers tilt-up concrete construction for data centers, logistics, distribution and commercial facilities. We offer comprehensive services including foundations, slab on grade, Ductilcrete® slabs and tilt-up concrete. Learn more about Kent Concrete by visiting concrete.kentcompanies.com.

Office Location

2319 Patterson Industrial Blvd Pflugerville, TX 78660

EEO Statement

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company's commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.