Multifamily Sr. Project Manager | Austin, TX

Michael Page; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Travel opportunities by choice

Mentorship and professional developm

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a major ground-up multifamily/student housing development in a high-profile setting. You will oversee all phases from preconstruction to closeout, maintain strong client relationships, and drive schedule, budget, and risk management with a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's in a construction-related field, proven GC experience, and a track record delivering complex ground-up projects, including budgeting, procurement, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related construction discipline.
• Proven experience working for a General Contractor is required.
• Experience in commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, high-rise, or student housing construction.
• Strong background managing budgets, contracts, procurement, and client relationships.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex ground-up construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of project delivery from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage financial performance, forecasting, contracts, procurement, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate closely with field leadership, fostering a collaborative partnership model between PM and operations.
• Drive schedule execution and management of long-lead procurement activities.
• Lead project teams with a collaborative, team-first environment.
• Ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction objectives are achieved.

Skills

GC experience

Multifamily housing

Budget management

Client relations

Team leadership

Communication

Ground-up construction

Long-term tenure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related

Job description

• Lead a flagship, high-profile student housing development
• Join a people-first builder with exceptional retention

• Lead a flagship, high-profile student housing development
• Join a people-first builder with exceptional retention

About Our Client

Our client is a privately held, nationally recognized general contractor with nearly a century of construction excellence. With billions in annual revenue, a substantial backlog of secured work, and an industry-leading focus on employee experience, they have built their reputation through operational excellence, long-term client partnerships, and promoting leaders from within. The organization delivers complex projects across multiple sectors and offers employees the ability to shape their own career path.

Job Description

Reporting into senior operational leadership, the Senior Project Manager will lead a major ground-up multifamily/student housing development and remain involved through project completion.

• Oversee all phases of project delivery from preconstruction through closeout
• Lead client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage financial performance, forecasting, contracts, procurement, and risk mitigation
• Coordinate closely with field leadership, recognizing a collaborative partnership model between project management and operations teams
• Drive schedule execution and management of critical long-lead procurement activities
• Lead project teams while fostering a highly collaborative, team-first environment
• Ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction objectives are achieved

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the Senior Project Manager - Student Housing Construction we are seeking:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related construction discipline
• Proven experience working for a General Contractor is required
• Experience in commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, high-rise, or student housing construction
• Strong background managing budgets, contracts, procurement, and client relationships
• Demonstrated success delivering complex ground-up construction projects
• Experience with post-tension concrete structures is advantageous but not required
• Strong leadership presence combined with humility, collaboration, and a team-first mentality
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work directly with owners, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Stable career history with demonstrated long‑term tenure and progression
• Builder mindset with a passion for construction operations and project execution
• Owner's representative‑only backgrounds will not be considered

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a flagship, high‑visibility development project
• Long‑term career growth with an organization known for promoting from within
• Performance‑based bonus structure tied to individual achievement rather than project profitability
• Strong project backlog and repeat‑client business model
• Exposure to future projects across multiple high‑growth markets and asset classes
• Travel opportunities available by choice rather than requirement
• Additional incentives available for employees who elect to pursue long‑term travel assignments
• Collaborative culture built around mentorship, professional development, and employee engagement
• Join a financially strong contractor experiencing significant year‑over‑year growth

Contact: Sydni Murray

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7137862