Senior Project Manager

Job Description

About the Company

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A leading national General Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their growing Richmond, Virginia team.

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With approximately $10 billion in annual revenue, a $15 billion backlog of work, and 3,300 employees across more than 45 offices worldwide, the company has an exceptional reputation for delivering complex, high-value construction projects.

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The Virginia operation has a strong pipeline of work, particularly across the healthcare and municipal sectors, with projects typically ranging from $100 million to $300 million.

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This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with significant resources, a strong project pipeline, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

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About the Role

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As a Senior Project Manager , you will take the lead on a major construction project from preconstruction through completion.

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Unlike environments where Senior PMs are expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously, this role allows you to take full ownership of one major project at a time , working closely with the project team and senior leadership to ensure successful delivery.

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Key responsibilities include:

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• Taking overall responsibility for the successful delivery of a major commercial construction project
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• Managing projects from preconstruction through close-out
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• Overseeing project schedules, budgets, forecasting, procurement, and financial performance
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• Leading project teams including Project Engineers and Project Manager
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• Coordinating closely with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
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• Managing contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
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• Monitoring project costs, risks, quality, schedule, and overall performance
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• Leading project meetings and providing regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
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• Driving subcontractor coordination, procurement, and buyout
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• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
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• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
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• Mentoring and developing junior members of the project management team
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About the Requirements

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• 8–15+ years of construction experience, primarily with a commercial General Contractor
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• Proven experience working as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager on projects valued at $70M+
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• Strong experience leading large-scale commercial construction projects
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• Healthcare and/or municipal construction experience is highly preferred
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• Candidates from other commercial sectors will also be considered, provided they have strong large-project experience
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• Strong understanding of construction operations, contracts, scheduling, cost control, and project financials
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• Proven ability to lead project teams and take full ownership of major projects
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• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills
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• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project preferred
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• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred
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• Demonstrated career stability and a strong track record with previous employers
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Why Apply?

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• Join a $10B+ national General Contractor with a $15B backlog
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• Opportunity to lead $70M+ projects with significant responsibility and ownership
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• Strong pipeline of $100M–$300M projects across Virginia
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• Excellent exposure to healthcare and municipal construction
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• Manage one major project at a time , allowing you to focus on delivery and leadership
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• Clear and structured career progression through the PM team
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• Work alongside an experienced and highly established leadership team
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• Join a company with 3,300 employees and 45+ offices worldwide
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• Long-term opportunity within a financially stable and growing organisation
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About the Benefits

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• $140,000–$165,000 base salary
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• 9% annual bonus
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• $815/month auto allowance
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• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
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• 401(k) and employer contributions
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• Paid time off and company holidays
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• Professional development and training opportunities
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• Long-term career progression
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager who has successfully delivered $70M+ commercial projects and is looking to take ownership of major healthcare, municipal, or commercial projects with a nationally recognised General Contractor.