Senior Construction Project Leader

clark; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead day-to-day management of large-scale construction projects. You will create detailed project plans, outline tasks, timelines, and resources, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders to drive on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes risk management, safety culture, and team leadership—training and developing staff, coordinating with owners, engineers, and designers, and contributing to proposals.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience.
• 7+ years of construction experience required; working for a general contractor on large scale construction projects is highly preferred.
• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams
• Understanding of the strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project
• Ability to make timely and effective decisions
• Experience managing projects successfully from start to finish
• Skilled at developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors
• Strong work ethic, leadership, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams and Followership, Sets Direction and Executes

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved
• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors
• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activity
• Lead, train, and develop project team members
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues
• Lead project close-out of project; including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering, and design firms
• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project
• Participate in proposals and presentations as requested
• Drive a culture of safety on the project site
• Support the company's acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations
• Provide leadership to foster an environment of inclusion and diversity
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
• Exceed our stakeholders' expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Project planning

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Job description

Clark Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead day-to-day management of large-scale construction projects. You will create detailed project plans, outline tasks, timelines, and resources, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders to drive on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role emphasizes risk management, safety culture, and team leadership—training and developing staff, coordinating with owners, engineers, and designers, and contributing to proposals.