Senior Construction Project Leader

LeChase Construction; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LeChase Construction in New York is seeking a senior construction leader to oversee large-scale, multi-project portfolios. You will manage project managers, superintendents, and engineers, fostering teamwork while ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong commitment to safety and quality across all project phases.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction experience with strong project lifecycle leadership.
• College degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour training required; safety is a core expectation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop less experienced team members.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams to meet schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee assigned construction projects and personnel to meet schedule and budget goals.
• Lead project meetings, assess conditions affecting profitability and operations, and drive decisions.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting professional conduct and urgency.
• Resolve project conflicts, manage customer relations, and address lifecycle challenges.
• Monitor billings, cash flow, cost-to-complete reports, change orders, and project status.
• Promote safety and quality across project teams and site activities.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimators on prospective projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

High school diploma

Construction management / civil engineering degree preferred

OSHA 30-hour training

Tools

Project management software

Job description

LeChase Construction in New York is seeking a senior construction leader to oversee large-scale, multi-project portfolios. You will manage project managers, superintendents, and engineers, fostering teamwork while ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong commitment to safety and quality across all project phases.