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Senior Project Manager | Construction

$150k - $200k

Flowtec Construction

My client is a best-in-class general contractor driven by a passion for transforming spaces and providing top tier service to our clients. Named one of Crain’s Best Places to Work five years running, our team consists of collaborative, hardworking professionals who bring empathy, integrity, perseverance, and curiosity to complex, high-stakes projects. Our vision is to be the strongest pound-for-pound general contractor by delivering exceptional value and exceeding expectations. By doing what’s right, asking questions, and continuously improving, we’re building more than spaces–we’re building an inclusive, innovative future for our industry. What We Need: This Senior Project Manager is responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex, high-value construction projects while also contributing to business growth and team development. This role owns client relationships at a strategic level, leads project teams through all phases of execution, and ensures strong financial performance, risk management, and operational excellence. In addition to project delivery, this role mentors and develops Project Managers and junior staff, drives best practices across teams, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. Success in this role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to balance project execution with client engagement and long-term growth. What You'll Do: Leadership, Collaboration & Professional Development Consistently model and reinforce our core values of empathy, perseverance, integrity, and curiosity through your decision-making and execution Manage and grow strong, positive relationships with clients, project partners, architects, end users, and owners Represent the company at kickoff, mid-project, and closeout gatherings to strengthen relationships and leave a lasting impression Actively participate in industry-related organizations and extracurricular professional activities Proactively identify and pursue new business development opportunities, including lead generation and pursuits Build confidence in interviewing, presenting, and pitching to prospective clients Provide mentorship, oversight, and support to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Project Coordinators Lead onboarding and training for new team members; present ongoing process improvement and best-practice trainings Deliver performance feedback and contribute to formal reviews for direct reports Delegate effectively, oversee workload balance, and ensure follow-through on all delegated tasks through completion Maintain proactive, clear, and professional communication with project partners, preferring verbal outreach followed by written documentation Demonstrate autonomy in managing project issues by presenting both the problem and potential solutions; elevate to Team Lead only as needed Foster a positive, accountable team environment—celebrating team successes and taking ownership of challenges Participate in the prime contract process, including negotiation and alignment with company standards, with oversight from your Team Lead Lead Trade Partner selection, interviews, awards, and buyouts Lead creation of Scopes of Work, Exhibit A documents, and the Schedule of Values for all Work Orders Monitor project financial performance: oversee budgets, manage contingency, allowances, and general requirements, and ensure alignment with profit goals Ensure timely delivery of accounting questionnaires, pencil draw submissions, and change order/claims approvals Manage claims, financial reconciliation, and closeout processes, including contingency resolution and Day 2 work planning Provide accurate and timely pricing to clients for Change Orders, Day 2 work, and Service work Maintain organized financial tracking and documentation to support transparency and accuracy throughout the project lifecycle Project Management, Coordination, & Execution Prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks, ensuring each receives appropriate attention and alignment with Team Lead on critical decisions Lead initial project setup, including permitting, project folder creation, and schedule development in partnership with the Superintendent Coordinate and run kickoff meetings to align team members on expectations, procurement strategy, schedule, profit targets, and responsibilities Maintain comprehensive awareness of project milestones, deliverables, and critical path items Lead OAC meetings, delegating agenda and minute preparation while ensuring accuracy, alignment, and thorough documentation Maintain detailed and organized documentation during project pursuits and execution to ensure full team alignment Set and monitor hard deadlines with trade partners for claims, change orders, and pencil values Provide strategic oversight of field teams, trade partners, and vendors, ensuring alignment with project goals Build and maintain a strong PM–Superintendent partnership, ensuring field teams are set up for success and project commitments are delivered as promised Facilitate punch list completion, quality control, and project closeout Lead final project debriefs and lessons-learned sessions; share insights with the broader company What You'll Bring Minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a Commercial Interior Project Manager, with a proven track record managing highly detailed, high-value corporate interior projects Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered Required experience leading high-rise commercial tenant improvement projects Demonstrated expertise in project scheduling, scope development, contract review, financial oversight, and risk management Strong ability to win and execute profitable, high-quality projects, including pitching and interviewing for new client work of project teams, with the ability to mentor and support junior team members $150,000 to $200,000 on the base with bonus potential and other financial incentives #J-18808-Ljbffr Flowtec Construction

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