Senior Project Manager

Company Overview

Associated Drywall Partners is a leading specialty contractor specializing in drywall primarily operating in Central Indiana. As a trusted trade partner across commercial, single family, and multifamily projects for more than 30 years, we’ve built our success on craftsmanship, reliability, and excellent outcomes for our clients.

Now a part of Wall Works Holdings, a growing platform of region-leading specialty contractors, we’re preparing for our next chapter of scalable growth by investing in quality data, efficient processes, and strong preconstruction capabilities to drive sustainable growth.

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of a portfolio of larger, more complex construction projects from project turnover through final closeout. This role serves as the primary business leader for the project and is accountable for customer satisfaction, contract administration, financial performance, schedule management, risk mitigation, and coordination between field and office teams.

The Senior Project Manager works closely with Field Executives, customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, profitably, on schedule, and in accordance with company quality standards. The Senior Project Manager will lead a team of Project Managers, helping to mentor and train staff using industry experience and accountability. This role is designed for a passionate problem solver who acts with integrity and holds themselves and others to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead all aspects of project execution from turnover through closeout.
• Manage a portfolio of multiple large, complex projects simultaneously, prioritizing resources and attention across them.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules, procurement strategies, and communication plans.
• Coordinate project activities with customers, field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings and maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations and company standards.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Project Managers and Project Engineers

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, labor productivity, costs, and profitability.
• Monitor project financial performance and proactively address risks or variances.
• Oversee billing, collections support, change orders, and project financial reporting.
• Review contracts, identify project risks, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Manage project documentation, correspondence, and record retention.

Customer & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and project stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, architects, and project partners.
• Resolve project issues professionally and proactively.
• Support business development efforts by delivering exceptional customer experiences and identifying future opportunities.

Coordination, Planning & Risk Management

• Partner with field leaders to ensure labor, materials, equipment, and resources align with project requirements.
• Coordinate procurement, submittals, RFIs, change management, and project controls.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to safety, schedule, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and operational decision-making.

Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Champion ADP's commitment to safety and quality on every project.
• Support implementation of company safety programs and operational standards.
• Participate in project reviews, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote best practices that improve project performance and profitability.
• Contribute to the development of project management standards, tools, and processes across the organization.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of commercial construction project management experience, including leadership of large, complex projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, project financial management, and project delivery processes.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, change orders, and customer relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred

• Experience in drywall, ACT, framing, or specialty contracting environments.
• Experience with Procore, or related construction software.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and mentoring project team members.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Bilingual is a plus!

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentive tied to regional revenue and margin. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and a company vehicle for business travel.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.