On-site Senior Construction Project Leader

Alston Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Alston Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while strengthening client relationships and the company’s image. The role requires leading project teams, coordinating with MEP trades, managing risk, reviewing contracts, and mentoring staff to deliver mission-critical projects across our nationwide portfolio.

Applicants should have a degree in Construction Management or engineering and at least 10 years of experience

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of construction project management experience.
• Three to five years on mission critical projects.
• Strong MEP experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Advanced knowledge of MEP construction principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review contract documents for potential conflicts or interpretation issues and ensure specification compliance.
• Develop and mentor staff; identify staff development needs.
• Coordinate with Superintendent to meet project budget, schedule, safety, and quality goals.
• Lead responses to RFPs and oversee site investigations and preliminary design.
• Ensure subcontractors are prequalified through SPERS.
• Create and maintain a master project schedule with timely reports.
• Coordinate MEP scopes focusing on redundancy, power, and cooling systems.
• Oversee turnover, commissioning, warranties, and owner training.
• Maintain client relationships and manage monthly billings.
• Provide guidance and lead project meetings with a collaborative team.
• Communicate progress, changes, and potential issues to senior management.
• Identify scope changes and prepare change orders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Alston Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while strengthening client relationships and the company’s image. The role requires leading project teams, coordinating with MEP trades, managing risk, reviewing contracts, and mentoring staff to deliver mission-critical projects across our nationwide portfolio.

Applicants should have a degree in Construction Management or engineering and at least 10 years of experience