Senior Construction Project Leader - Large-Scale Programs

Manhattan Construction; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Team-oriented culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Manhattan Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee direction, completion, and financial outcomes for large-scale programs in the Washington, DC area.

You will lead on-site staff, coordinate with owners, and ensure safety, risk management, and execution plans are followed.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, and a track record delivering complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of industry experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with budgets over $75 million.
• Experience in Aviation, Mission Critical, or Higher Education sectors preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety policy implementation and adherence to Operation Zero.
• Oversee development of Project Execution Plan for each assignment.
• Direct on-site staff and coordinate with Owners and stakeholders.
• Serve as Client - Project Executive Point of Contact.
• Oversee change management processes and staffing plans.
• Ensure budget, schedule, and quality targets are met.

Skills

OSHA 30

First Aid CPR

Communication

MS Office

Public speaking

Team leadership

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Project/document control software

BIM/CAD tools

Job description

Manhattan Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee direction, completion, and financial outcomes for large-scale programs in the Washington, DC area.

You will lead on-site staff, coordinate with owners, and ensure safety, risk management, and execution plans are followed.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, and a track record delivering complex projects.