Senior Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a seasoned Project Manager in Seattle to lead construction projects from inception to completion. You will oversee project teams, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and drive on-schedule, on-budget delivery with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 7 years of construction experience, and OSHA 30 certification. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this leadership opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 7 years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or a related field required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads, manages, and develops a team of construction project individuals by establishing expectations, supporting individualized development plans, facilitating training opportunities, and reinforcing continuous skill growth to achieve exceptional performance and encourage talent development.
• Oversees end‑to‑end project execution by collaborating with project teams, monitoring progress, and addressing escalated, complex issues to ensure timely completion, while maintaining consistent field presence, leading participation in safety meetings including stretch and flex, and demonstrating fluency in high‑risk activities to actively drive safe, planned, and controlled project outcomes.
• Oversees and approves procurement of project‑related materials, equipment, and specialty trade subcontractors as needed, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with SPW work sequences and field requirements.
• Communicates project status, risks, and changes to stakeholders, leveraging advanced knowledge and experience in project management.
• Evaluates project performance, identifies areas for improvement, and implements corrective actions.
• Reviews comprehensive project documentation for compliance, reporting, and future reference.
• Partners with the Superintendent to lead implementation of project‑specific quality and safety programs, ensuring teams and trade partners uphold DPR’s safety standards and proactively identify and address potential risks to maintain an incident‑free work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Safety programs

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a seasoned Project Manager in Seattle to lead construction projects from inception to completion. You will oversee project teams, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and drive on-schedule, on-budget delivery with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field, 7 years of construction experience, and OSHA 30 certification. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this leadership opportunity.