Senior Construction Leader – Dallas Projects

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Construction Manager to lead and coordinate large, high-value construction programs onsite. This role requires directing field operations, risk mitigation, and delivery strategies in collaboration with executives and clients.

The candidate will oversee submittals, contracts, QA/QC, and safety, while guiding preconstruction planning and site logistics to ensure compliant, on-time delivery across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction management or related areas.
• Proven subject matter expertise in construction delivery methods, phasing strategies, and technical field operations.
• Experience leading large, complex construction programs in both public and private sector environments.
• Experience advising on strategic project risks, logistics constraints, and contract compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and oversight on construction programs by guiding project execution, resolving field challenges, and advising leadership and clients on delivery strategies.
• Applies expert knowledge of construction practices, contract administration, and risk management to ensure that projects are executed in accordance with industry standards.
• Oversee field execution strategies and technical delivery for high-value, multi-disciplinary construction projects.
• Serve as a senior advisor to clients, executives, and project leadership on construction planning, risk mitigation, and delivery models.
• Evaluate and approve technical submittals, construction change documents, and value engineering proposals.
• Contribute to contract development, negotiation, and dispute resolution processes on high-profile projects.
• Oversee project controls integration with field operations, ensuring data accuracy in reporting progress, cost, and performance.
• Ensure site safety performance and compliance through engagement and strategic oversight.
• Identify, recruit and onboard new employees, subconsultants, and subcontractors.
• Direct the QA/QC framework, including inspection readiness, corrective action plans, and compliance verification.
• Facilitate progress reviews, technical briefings, and client updates.
• Provide technical leadership in preconstruction planning, site logistics modeling, and phasing strategies.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align business strategy with field operations and client needs.
• Contribute to business development efforts by providing high-level field expertise in proposals, interviews, and pursuit strategies.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence across teams and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Contract administration

Stakeholder influence

Project controls

Field operations

Preconstruction planning

Mentorship

Business development

Public-private partnerships

Cost control

Scheduling

Quality Assurance

CM tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Primavera P6

Job description

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Construction Manager to lead and coordinate large, high-value construction programs onsite. This role requires directing field operations, risk mitigation, and delivery strategies in collaboration with executives and clients.

The candidate will oversee submittals, contracts, QA/QC, and safety, while guiding preconstruction planning and site logistics to ensure compliant, on-time delivery across