Senior Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a senior execution leader to oversee multiple mid-size projects or a large, complex program. You will guide project managers, align with safety, quality, schedule, budget, and risk objectives, and act as a primary escalation point for complex issues.

You will build client and trade partner relationships, mentor project leaders, and drive integrated delivery by partnering with field operations and executive teams across DPR’s family of companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of construction project management or operations experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads execution of multiple mid-size projects or a large project, ensuring alignment with approved scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Directs and supports project managers and project teams, providing guidance on complex execution challenges and decision-making.
• Serves as the primary point of escalation for significant project risks, client concerns, contractual matters, and performance issues.
• Oversees project financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, cost controls, contract administration, and risk management strategies.
• Mentors and develops project leaders by providing coaching, performance feedback, and guidance on individualized development and training plans.

Skills

Senior project leadership

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Risk management

Client relationship management

Mentoring & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management / engineering / architecture or related field

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a senior execution leader to oversee multiple mid-size projects or a large, complex program. You will guide project managers, align with safety, quality, schedule, budget, and risk objectives, and act as a primary escalation point for complex issues.

You will build client and trade partner relationships, mentor project leaders, and drive integrated delivery by partnering with field operations and executive teams across DPR’s family of companies.