Senior Construction Project Leader – Large-Scale Builds

Commercial Real Estate Company; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Real Estate Company seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager, Construction, to lead planning, execution, and delivery of major capital projects in a Texas market. This senior role acts as the client-facing lead, mentors staff, and sets delivery standards across the portfolio.

You will manage budgets and schedules, coordinate architects and contractors, negotiate complex agreements, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management, including large or complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction law, contracts, and risk management.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
• Excellent executive-level communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale or complex construction and capital improvement projects.
• Develop and manage multi-million dollar project budgets and schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating risk.
• Serve as the senior client-facing representative, building and maintaining trust with owners, tenants, and capital partners.
• Direct the selection, contracting, and performance management of architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Negotiate complex contracts, change orders, and dispute resolutions.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Project Managers, Associate Project Managers, and Project Coordinators.
• Present project status, budget, and risk updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Ensure compliance with entitlements, permitting, and all applicable codes and regulations.
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, and transition to property management.

Skills

Senior PM experience

Client-facing leadership

Budget and scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Commercial Real Estate Company seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager, Construction, to lead planning, execution, and delivery of major capital projects in a Texas market. This senior role acts as the client-facing lead, mentors staff, and sets delivery standards across the portfolio.

You will manage budgets and schedules, coordinate architects and contractors, negotiate complex agreements, and ensure regulatory compliance.