Senior Construction Project Lead — Commercial & Institutional

Talently; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction initiatives from preconstruction through closeout. You will guide teams, coordinate schedules, budgets, and quality standards to deliver value for diverse projects in the region.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing commercial builds, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of safety and building codes. This on-site role offers growth within a delivery-focused team.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience managing commercial construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and cost management.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, contracts, and scopes of work.
• Proven leadership and clear communication with project teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and building codes.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing procurement and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop and manage schedules, budgets, forecasts, and procurement plans.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and client reps.
• Review plans, specs, submittals, and change orders.
• Monitor site progress, quality, safety, and compliance.
• Identify risks and resolve delays and cost variances.
• Provide regular updates and maintain documentation.

Skills

Project management

Construction scheduling

Budget control

Drawings interpretation

Leadership & communication

Safety compliance

Education

Construction management degree

PM certification (PMP)

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management tools

BIM understanding

Job description

Talently in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction initiatives from preconstruction through closeout. You will guide teams, coordinate schedules, budgets, and quality standards to deliver value for diverse projects in the region.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing commercial builds, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of safety and building codes. This on-site role offers growth within a delivery-focused team.