Senior Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; Texas; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Leader to drive all aspects of construction programs in Texas from preconstruction to closeout. You will lead project teams, partner with clients, designers, and trade partners to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals while aligning with DPR’s values.

The role also emphasizes mentoring future leaders, promoting continuous improvement, and effective risk management to deliver exceptional project outcomes across complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in construction project management, including 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience managing large, complex commercial, healthcare, life sciences, or advanced technology projects.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.
• DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects across markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from business award through final completion, ensuring delivery of scope, budget, schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Direct project teams, including project managers, project engineers, and field operations staff, ensuring alignment with execution plans and standards.
• Lead decisions on budgets, contracts, and schedule adjustments in coordination with leadership.
• Manage project risk and mitigation, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching and training plans to strengthen leadership capability.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing process enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Safety culture

Education

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

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Leader to drive all aspects of construction programs in Texas from preconstruction to closeout. You will lead project teams, partner with clients, designers, and trade partners to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals while aligning with DPR’s values.

The role also emphasizes mentoring future leaders, promoting continuous improvement, and effective risk management to deliver exceptional project outcomes across complex