Senior Project Manager (St. Louis-Based; No Travel Required)

Posting Details Posted on June 8, 2026 Locations Alberici Constructors, Inc. Saint Louis, MO 63114, USA Job Type Project Management Full-Time Requisition #: SENIO004757 Job Description Benefits 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 Budget / Schedule / Cost Control Develops, maintains, updates, distributes and manages estimates. Decides how to handle client change orders, including when to request a change order and how to price the change order. Reviews construction strategy and approach with estimators and Business Development personnel during the bidding and proposal process. Assists in negotiating work with prospective clients, and recommends contract type if one is not specified. Ensures the project schedule is developed and maintained. Must have extensive knowledge of cost accounting/reporting systems and be able to recognize and correct cost overruns and compensate for estimating oversights. Assures client receivables are paid and discusses their collection with the client if necessary. Monitors construction progress in relation to percent of contract billed. Monitors the financial status of assigned projects by reviewing management reports, talking with the Project Manager and inspecting the project site. Provides necessary coaching to the Project Manager so the project will achieve positive financial performance. Ensures project risks are identified and actively managed. This includes safety, insurance, security, compliance with regulatory requirements, etc. Approves project expense reports and forwards to Vice President. Management Competencies Is able to use all project controls software as an effective management tool. Coordinates support functions including project start up with internal and external team members. Provides direction and support when major events take place on a project (e.g. significant accident, labor strife, disagreement with a subcontractor, etc.). Assists the Project Manager in resolving jurisdictional issues among crafts consistent with labor relations policy. Keeps appropriate upper management informed. Lets people know what is needed from a particular function. Responds to needs by planning with a matrix manager and/or his/her manager. Provides ongoing performance feedback to the Project Manager. Coaches and develops the Project Manager(s) so the project and project team are successful. Conducts reviews with direct reports. Invites the Vice President to participate in evaluations. Provides input to the appropriate VP about how well project personnel are performing within the matrix organization. Works with the Project Manager to identify personnel who are ready to take on more responsibility. Makes sure these people receive challenging assignments and high levels of feedback and coaching. Develops employees who want to advance. Has the ability to effectively create, interpret and execute contracts. Effectively manages change order process, billings and directs meetings. Knows subcontractors and manages the successful resolution of disputes and timely payment processing. Develops and maintains positive, trusting working relationships with key subcontractors assigned to projects. Makes sure they are treated in a fashion that promotes the Company as their contractor of choice. Manages all labor relations and jurisdiction. Effectively implements the Company buy out procedures (bid packs). Construction Means and Methods Has the ability to stage, prepare, phase and sequence site logistics within budget and schedule; assesses constructability. Ensures projects comply with the Company Quality Management procedures. End User Interaction Establishes rapport and bonding with project team including architects, engineers, owner and department managers. Establishes relationships with prospective clients in assigned markets. Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with the client and the client’s agent. Keeps the Vice President informed about the status of client relationships the client’s experience of working with the Company and any upcoming work the client may have. Develops and maintains positive working relationships and rapport with owner’s key personnel to ensure client satisfaction. Fully understands the client’s business situation and needs, and does “whatever it takes” to satisfy the client. Follows through on client commitments. Makes sure the client is satisfied with the Company’s performance and that the client is having a positive experience working with the Company. Stays accessible to the client and the client’s agent. Involves the Project Manager as appropriate. Communicates effectively with owner’s top management when required. Performance Has a thorough knowledge of Built In Safety policies and practices. Meets or exceeds performance targets. Develops safety incentive programs for projects as appropriate. Takes appropriate action (including disciplinary action) when adequate safety measures have not been taken. Reviews costs and variances by project with Project Managers weekly/monthly. Verifies billing processes, monthly. Reviews change order logs, weekly. Reviews expenses and projected expenses report, monthly or more frequently, and ensures accurate projections. Reviews the Labor Productivity Reports, giving special attention to codes, and projects a near loss or loss, weekly. Reviews profit fade on any projects and develops a recovery plan. Reviews Schedule of Project Income with business unit Financial Directors, quarterly. Other Duties Fulfills MBE/DBE/WBE requirements. Monitors the overall performance of suppliers. Participates in civic, community and public relations efforts. Maintains schedule, quality and design-to-budget of any design performed under the Company’s control. Verifies accuracy in design, quality, schedule and design-to-budget as performed by the Vice President. Researches potential project claims. Recommends to the VP how to handle the situation. Develops a course of action with the VP and then implements the action. Reviews cost trends (volume and profit) against plan with each operations director at least monthly. Reviews profit fade on projects, monthly. Prepares Horizon Plan with division leader, quarterly. Reviews salaried personnel charged to projects or business unit, monthly. Travels to Company and subsidiary offices; offsite client, subcontractor, and supplier meetings; and other locations across North America to fulfill the essential duties of the role as required. Exhibits regular and reliable attendance in person as required by the Supervisor, Company guidelines, and/or project and office obligations. Management Responsibilities Manages and directs Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers and non-supervisory administrative employees. The SPM carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field and 7-10 years’ experience in field construction project management with exposure to projects in excess of $50M. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree related to the construction industry and 10 years’ experience in project engineering, construction project management, or related activities, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience as the lead construction manager on projects in excess of $50 million is strongly desired. Growth Opportunities Project Director #LI-Onsite Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities This 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 Alberici Constructors, Inc.