Construction Senior Project Manager (Design - Build) - Cleveland, Ohio

Senior Project Manager – Design‑Build (Commercial) Office‑based in North Olmsted, OH with local projects (within ~1 hour). This senior‑level role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of mid‑sized institutional and commercial construction projects for a well‑established GC/design‑build firm. You will serve as the primary client contact and take full ownership of project execution, including schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Own full project performance: schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Serve as the primary client contact and relationship owner. Lead and coordinate internal and external teams: APMs, superintendents, designers, and subcontractors. Drive design‑build collaboration, value engineering, and design coordination. Manage preconstruction through closeout, including buyout, contract administration, and cost control/forecasting. Oversee subcontractor coordination and project buyout. Manage change orders, RFIs, and stakeholder communications. Conduct regular site visits to ensure safety, quality, and progress. Mentor and develop junior project management staff (APMs/PMs). Manage multiple concurrent projects within the $1M–$10M range. Key Requirements 7+ years of commercial construction project management experience. Direct design‑build experience with a General Contractor or Design‑Build firm (required). Experience delivering institutional/commercial projects: churches, schools (K‑12 or higher ed), healthcare, or PEMB. Proven success managing design‑build projects in the $1M–$10M range. Strong financial management: budgeting, forecasting, cost control. Hands‑on experience with buyout, subcontractor coordination, and contract administration. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout. Client‑facing communicator and problem solver; relationship‑driven leader. Ability to lead teams and mentor APMs; proactive and detail‑oriented decision maker. Familiarity with Procore, MS Project, Smartsheet, and Bluebeam (preferred). Based in or commutable to North Olmsted, OH; able to perform regular local site visits. Benefits Competitive base salary ($120K–$130K) plus performance bonus. Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, life insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off and holidays. Career growth and advancement opportunities. Local projects with minimal travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr