Senior Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large and complex projects. The role involves managing project lifecycles, ensuring budget and schedule adherence, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction management and strong leadership skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in general and/or industrial construction.
• OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 certifications are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entire project lifecycle including budget, cost, and schedule.
• Lead weekly owner/architect/contractor meetings.
• Manage invoice and subcontractor requisition reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Business development

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Timberline

Sage

Procore

Job description

Job Description

Salary: DOE

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) will be assigned to large, complex projects or multiple projects and will serve as the main point of contact and corporate representative for all project stakeholders, including Owners, OPMs, developers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. The SPM is responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, including budget, cost, schedule, risk, resource management, and safety, while providing exceptional customer service. The SPM will also play a key role in business development, including networking events, marketing initiatives, proposal preparation, and interviews.

Essential Functions

1. Lead and communicate with Field Supervision, Subcontractors, and Vendors to assist them in working to the Project Schedule.
2. Represent J. Benton with Owners, Architects, Consultants, Vendors, and Subcontractors.
3. Administer all financial aspects of the project, including management of Owners' contract terms and subcontracts.
4. Build effective working relationships with clients and project team members.
5. Manage multiple projects depending on size, complexity, and type.
6. Coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget, and schedule.
7. Mentor staff: manage multiple Project Management department team members on a single large project or multiple projects, including delegation of tasks and oversight of Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
8. Provide formal evaluations of Project Management department team members on performance and progress.
9. Assist in implementing professional development plans for subordinate team members.
10. Develop relationships with new clients, Owners, Architects, and Engineers to generate new opportunities.
11. Lead the development and implementation of strategies to maximize project profit opportunities, including self-perform trades.
12. Participate in Project Management Department operations initiatives.

Preconstruction Responsibilities

1. Support estimating throughout the proposal and preconstruction process.
2. Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates as necessary.
3. Review prime contracts and provide comments to ensure contractual conditions are included in subcontract bidding documents.
4. Develop contract schedule with the Superintendent.
5. Work closely with the Purchasing Department during procurement/buy-out.
6. Identify, manage, and report project risks throughout the lifecycle.
7. Develop conversion action plans to transition projects from preconstruction to construction.
8. Develop project financial plans with the Project Executive and oversee initial budget development and project setup.

Project Management Responsibilities

1. Attend and lead weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) meetings and subcontractor meetings; manage meeting minutes.
2. Maintain project logs (RFIs, submittals, change requests, etc.).
3. Coordinate with Project Scheduler to update and distribute the master schedule.
4. Manage cost reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and change management.
5. Oversee project reporting activities, including owner meetings, internal cost meetings, and monthly reports.
6. Assist in resolving critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule.
7. Manage invoice and subcontractor requisition reviews and approvals.
8. Maintain and report cash flow, addressing issues proactively.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent business judgment and relationship-building with Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors.
• Business development skills alongside project management capabilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to legal and contractual details.
• Ability to delegate, multi-task, and prioritize efficiently.
• Sense of urgency and self-initiative.
• Problem-solving skills with confident decision-making.
• Diplomatic team leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Mentoring and staff development abilities.
• Understanding of corporate profit models and margin optimization.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in general and/or industrial construction, with comprehensive project management expertise.
• OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 certifications are highly desired.
• Knowledge of project financial accounting, cost control software (Timberline, Sage), and construction management software (Procore).
• Understanding of subordinate Project Management roles and responsibilities.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

J. Benton Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.