Lead, Higher-Ed Construction Projects & Teams

DPR Construction; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 155,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction in Columbia, MD seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead major higher education projects, overseeing delivery from preconstruction through closeout. You will guide project teams, manage risk, and partner with clients, designers, and trade partners to achieve excellence.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and financial performance, with mentoring of future leaders and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across project phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years of construction project management experience.
• 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience managing large commercial, healthcare, life sciences, or advanced technology projects.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; completion within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the full project lifecycle from business award through final completion, ensuring delivery of scope, budget, schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Manages and directs project teams, including project managers, project engineers, and field operations staff, ensuring alignment with plans and standards.
• Builds and maintains relationships with clients, designers, and trade partners to promote collaboration and resolve challenges proactively.
• Reviews and approves major project decisions, including budgets, contracts, and schedule adjustments, in coordination with executives and senior leadership.
• Leads project risk management and mitigation planning, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Mentors and develops team members by providing ongoing coaching and feedback, strengthening leadership capability.
• Drives continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing process enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

DPR Construction in Columbia, MD seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead major higher education projects, overseeing delivery from preconstruction through closeout. You will guide project teams, manage risk, and partner with clients, designers, and trade partners to achieve excellence.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and financial performance, with mentoring of future leaders and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across project phases.