Senior Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced project leader to oversee complex construction programs from preconstruction through closeout. You will coordinate project teams, partners, and clients to meet safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals.

The role emphasizes mentoring, early issue detection, and continuous improvement across all project phases, driving operational excellence and collaboration across DPR’s projects.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the full project lifecycle from business award through final completion, ensuring delivery of scope, budget, schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Manages and directs project teams, including project managers, project engineers, and field operations staff, ensuring alignment with execution plans and standards.
• Builds and maintains relationships with clients, designers, and trade partners to promote collaboration and resolve challenges proactively.
• Reviews and approves major project decisions, including budgets, contracts, and schedule adjustments, in coordination with leadership.
• Leads project risk management and mitigation planning, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

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

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced project leader to oversee complex construction programs from preconstruction through closeout. You will coordinate project teams, partners, and clients to meet safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals.

The role emphasizes mentoring, early issue detection, and continuous improvement across all project phases, driving operational excellence and collaboration across DPR’s projects.