Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Commercial & Industrial (Publix Projects) Position Overview Lead end-to-end delivery of commercial and industrial construction projects with a primary focus on Publix retail builds and remodels. Responsible for driving project execution from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, on budget, and to client specifications. Serve as the primary client contact, coordinate multi-discipline teams, administer contracts, and maintain high standards for quality and compliance. Manage full project lifecycle for commercial and industrial projects, including pre-construction, procurement, construction management, commissioning, and closeout. Act as primary point of contact for Publix stakeholders and other clients; maintain strong relationships and clear, timely communication. Prepare, monitor and control project budgets and cost forecasts; identify cost-saving opportunities and manage change orders. Develop, maintain, and enforce project schedules; coordinate subcontractors and internal teams to meet milestone dates and accelerate recovery when needed. Administer contracts, subcontracts, scopes of work, and insurance requirements; ensure compliance with contract terms and company policies. Oversee site safety and quality assurance programs; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company safety standards. Manage RFIs, submittals, and shop drawing reviews; ensure timely resolution of field questions and technical issues. Use project management tools and documentation systems for accurate reporting, recordkeeping, and collaboration (Procore knowledge is a plus). Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans; escape issues and provide recommendations to senior leadership as required. Mentor and lead project teams, including superintendents and project engineers; drive continuous improvement and best practices across projects. Qualifications Minimum 7+ years of project management experience in commercial and industrial construction. Proven track record managing retail buildouts, remodels, or similar projects for Publix or equivalent national grocery/retail clients. Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage multi-discipline teams, subcontractors, and client relationships. Solid knowledge of construction processes, means and methods, and quality control practices. Experience administering contracts, change orders, RFIs, and field documentation. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills; able to present status and recommendations to clients and executive leadership. Comfortable working in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments and managing multiple concurrent projects. Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience. Nice-to-have: OSHA 30, PMP certification, Procore experience, prior retail (grocery) project experience, and familiarity with budgets, RFIs, and scheduling tools. Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Sabbatical Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr CyberCoders