Senior Construction Project Leader | 60% Travel

NexGen Contracting; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Contracting is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead construction projects from proposal through completion. You will ensure safety, quality, and profitability while coordinating multi-project efforts and teams across site operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, leadership, and proactive problem-solving with a focus on teamwork and professional development. Travel up to 60% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science, construction management, engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of construction experience, or 10 years in construction-related roles.
• PMP Certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety compliance and foster a culture of safety-first.
• Manage job cost spread, project estimates, and financial aspects to ensure profitability across multiple projects.
• Lead sequencing, scheduling, and resource allocation across multiple projects.
• Monitor project progress, oversee production analysis, and implement necessary changes.
• Conduct detailed project cost reporting and financial management.
• Monitor and assist with the AP and AR management process.
• Manage change order processes, including issuance, tracking, and cost management.
• Serve as the primary coordinator with general contractors/owners, ensuring clear communication and successful partnerships.
• Assist with divisional reporting efforts, including detailed documentation of field time, productivity, materials, safety, and other critical aspects.
• Resolve project hurdles and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct detailed project health reviews, focusing on safety, quality, schedule, and financials, at a regular cadence.
• Perform routine job walks of project sites and interface regularly with all levels of field personnel.
• Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Safety Compliance

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CMIC

Microsoft Project

Job description

NexGen Contracting is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead construction projects from proposal through completion. You will ensure safety, quality, and profitability while coordinating multi-project efforts and teams across site operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, leadership, and proactive problem-solving with a focus on teamwork and professional development. Travel up to 60% is expected.