Senior Construction Project Lead for Complex Builds

Coakley & Williams Construction Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-matched 401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Coakley & Williams Construction seeks a Senior Construction Project Manager to guide complex commercial, higher education, and life sciences projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Maryland area. You’ll drive safety, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and BIM professionals.

The role requires extensive experience with cost control, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration across multiple trades,

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience managing construction projects valued at >$20 million.
• Experience with preconstruction, procurement, scheduling, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction to closeout with accountability for safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Mentor and direct project teams; collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
• Lead procurement activities and subcontractor negotiations while coordinating with leadership.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Business

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera scheduling

BIM

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Coakley & Williams Construction seeks a Senior Construction Project Manager to guide complex commercial, higher education, and life sciences projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Maryland area. You’ll drive safety, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and BIM professionals.

The role requires extensive experience with cost control, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration across multiple trades,