Senior Construction Project Leader - Remote Flex

Albert M. Higley Co.; Muskegon (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – Employee Owned

25 days PTO

Health insurance

401k match

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Higley Construction in Muskegon, MI seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple complex projects, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while mentoring junior staff. The role balances office and field responsibilities, with a focus on strategic initiatives and relationship building.

You will negotiate owner contracts, drive GMP closeouts, and oversee financial performance, schedule adherence, and risk management across projects, partnering with clients and subcontractors to deliver

Qualifications

• Senior-level leadership in complex construction projects.
• Experience reading owner contracts and managing risk.
• Proven track record of schedule development and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex projects to meet budget, schedule, safety, and profitability goals.
• Mentor PMs and PEs in project execution and risk management.
• Negotiate owner contracts and manage GMP closeouts.
• Drive business development and client relationships.
• Oversee safety, quality, and financial objectives across projects.
• Manage procurement and subcontractor/vendor contracts.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Contract negotiation

Scheduling & budgeting

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Position Overview:

The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) is a highly experienced construction professional responsible for leading multiple complex projects while ensuring they meet budget, schedule, safety, and profitability goals. This role goes beyond standard project management by focusing on strategic initiatives, business development, and organizational leadership. The Sr. PM serves as a mentor to Project Managers (PMs) and Project Engineers (PEs), providing guidance in project execution, financial oversight, and risk management. Acting as the primary liaison for Owners, the Sr. PM oversees contract negotiations, financial closeouts, and dispute resolution while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners. Reporting to the Project Executive, the Sr. PM splits time between the office and the field as required.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstration of receiving high ratings for client satisfaction, safety performance and project execution on projects he or she leads.
• Understands how to identify the risks and requirements within an owner contract.
• General ability to read and understand different perspectives of people involved in a dispute/problem with a consciousness to help resolve the disputes in a positive manner.
• Demonstrates a proven track record of establishing project schedules, including critical milestone dates; and managing the schedule, holding all project stakeholders- Owner, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors accountable for on-time performance.
• Leads all OAC and Subcontractor meetings.
• Drive community engagement efforts, representing Higley Construction in networking and business development activities.
• Generate and mine new business leads through professional relationships, community involvement, and industry connections.
• Lead company-wide initiatives to improve policies, procedures, and best practices for project management and construction execution.
• Identify self-perform work opportunities, ensuring strategic alignment with company capabilities.
• Champion RFQ/RFP pursuits, leading proposal development and ensuring compelling, competitive submissions.
• Review and negotiate Owner contracts, identifying and mitigating risks while ensuring compliance with all requirements.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring each meets safety, quality, and financial objectives.
• Manage highly complex projects, demonstrating expertise in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and risk mitigation.
• Guide project teams in schedule development, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and operational goals.
• Provide staff oversight, mentoring PMs and PEs to enhance team performance and professional growth.
• Approve subcontractor/vendor purchase orders (POs) and contracts, ensuring alignment with budget and scope.
• Review and approve Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Maximize resource utilization, ensuring efficient deployment of personnel and materials.
• Optimize project profitability, identifying areas for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Ensure diversity and SDI (Subcontractor Default Insurance) adherence, maintaining compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Drive timely financial closeouts, ensuring all contract requirements are met, and final payments are secured.
• Oversee warranty issue resolution and follow-through, maintaining client satisfaction beyond project completion.
• Lead timely issue resolution, proactively addressing project challenges before they escalate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
• Strong understanding of construction law, compliance, and industry best practices.
• High-level competency in construction software and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, business writing, and public presentation skills.
• Ability to develop business opportunities and maintain long-term client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Industry certifications (such as PE, OSHA, USGBC, CMAA, ASHE) are a positive.
• 15-20+ years of increasing responsibility in construction project management.