Head of Project Management

Job Description The Project Manager leads the delivery of complex, high-impact projects or multi-project programs across various sectors. This role is responsible for full project lifecycle management—initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing—while ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and PMA’s internal standards. The PM IV serves as the primary point of contact for clients, coordinates across disciplines and stakeholders, and ensures delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
This role provides strategic leadership in project governance, risk mitigation, performance monitoring, and resource management. The PM IV promotes consistency in project execution by applying industry best practices and PMA methodologies. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and problem-solver who can manage multiple priorities, mentor junior staff, and uphold PMA’s reputation for excellence in project management consulting.
Direct day-to-day construction project planning and execution to meet design, schedule, and financial goals.
Oversee site supervision, contractor coordination, and reporting during construction and closeout phases.
Lead development of project scopes, objectives, schedules, and budgets.
Manage QA/QC processes, coordinate design team site visits, and issue resolution.
Interface with owners, end users, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and communication.
Supervise and coordinate third-party testing agencies and subconsultants.
Identify and manage project risks, change orders, and schedule deviations.
Support contract administration with architects, engineers, and contractors.
Facilitate client meetings, produce meeting minutes, and track project progress.
Develop progress reports, presentations, and documentation to support project goals.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field required.

• 10+ years of experience on large-scale building, interior renovation, or building envelope design/construction projects.
• Experience in engineering scope development, contract management, due diligence, and project initiation.
• Experience managing complex schedules and budgets in a client-facing role.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Primavera P6 or equivalent.
• Skilled in MS Office, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Organizational agility with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.

must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

work-from-home; or a client site. We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.