Senior Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction in Seattle seeks a senior execution leader to guide multiple mid-size projects or a large complex program. You will lead project managers, align safety, quality, schedule, and budget, and partner with field leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes.

You will mentor teams, manage risk, and strengthen client and trade-partner relationships while driving continuous improvement. DPR offers health benefits and professional growth in a private, employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction project management or operations.
• Experience leading multiple mid-size projects or a large, complex project.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; completion within 6 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of multiple mid-size projects or large project, aligned with scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Direct and support project managers and teams on complex execution challenges.
• Serve as primary escalation point for major risks, client concerns, and contractual matters.
• Oversee project financial performance: budgets, forecasts, cost controls, and risk management.
• Partner with superintendents and safety leadership to reinforce field presence and high-risk planning.
• Mentor project leaders with coaching and development plans.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Job description

DPR Construction in Seattle seeks a senior execution leader to guide multiple mid-size projects or a large complex program. You will lead project managers, align safety, quality, schedule, and budget, and partner with field leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes.

You will mentor teams, manage risk, and strengthen client and trade-partner relationships while driving continuous improvement. DPR offers health benefits and professional growth in a private, employee-owned company.