Senior Project Manager

About the job Senior Project Manager


Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $145,000 - $160,000 Annually (Based on experience)

Company Introduction

This position is with a premier, employee-owned mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) organization that has delivered full-lifecycle building solutions, from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance, for decades. The company powers critical environments such as hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.

As an employee-owned company, team members have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized nationally as one of the best places to work, the organization invests in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.

This is a growing team where your skills matter and your future is built to last.

Role Overview

The Sr. Project Manager leads or coordinates construction projects such as developing a new facility; the addition, expansion, or extension of an existing facility; or renovation and alterations to a facility, in collaboration with the project team, construction site, and management. Develops assignments, timetables, and responsibilities for team members for the duration of the project. Organizes and directs construction personnel and ensures that materials and equipment resources are delivered on time.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive the successful completion of high-quality projects within specified timelines and budgets. Proactively manage scope changes, conduct thorough material assessments, and negotiate contracts to ensure project success.
• Review various reports to determine project status and the actions required, and provide periodic status and end-of-contract cost and budget analysis.
• Facilitate and participate in project meetings to align with customer expectations and company standards, and lead pre-job planning sessions to ensure a clear understanding of project requirements among team members.
• Assemble and estimate projects, review the final estimate, and ensure the proper loading of those numbers into the project cost system.
• Communicate all project issues to the appropriate level of management in a timely manner.
• Document planning meeting results and ensure all action items are completed. Develop and keep current all project schedules, ensure they mesh with the master project schedule, and resolve conflicts when they occur.
• Prepare and submit monthly contract billings to ensure proper cash flow during contract performance, and protect the company's interest by managing all financial aspects of the contract. Complete project closeout and inactivation within the prescribed period, including final project billing to obtain full funding.
• Manage conflict resolution with customers, vendors, trades, or Partners. Lead and manage other project managers, providing leadership and sharing technical expertise and experience with other Partners.
• Identify and develop policies and procedures for continuous, aggressive improvement.
• Assemble estimates for projects. Visit job sites or onsite offices, perform work inspections, check job progress, and resolve project and contract issues.

Required Background

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field is a mandatory requirement.
• Minimum of seven years of proven experience successfully leading projects and programs within the construction or engineering industry.
• Demonstrated success leading projects and programs on schedule and within budget.
• Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, and to facilitate and enhance performance within a cross-functional environment.
• Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability to business needs.
• Decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions, and identifying priorities.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Referral program and growth opportunities.
• Path for advancement into different roles.