Senior Construction Project Manager

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or allowance

Inclusive benefits package

Job summary

Scott Humphrey is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the project team on commercial construction projects in Charlotte, NC. The role emphasizes budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and maintaining strong owner and subcontractor relationships.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain profitability while guiding project teams through all phases of construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Experience managing projects valued at $25M–$70M and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Organize and participate in meetings with owners, architects, and trade partners.
• Prepare contracts and change orders promptly and accurately.
• Communicate monthly variance reports to management and owners.
• Oversee safety, staffing, and adherence to contract documents across all phases.
• Foster strong owner relationships to drive repeat business and successful closeouts.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Budget management

Scheduling

Contract management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Job description

• Base salary depending on experience level. Annual and project-based bonuses
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (depending on candidate preference), along with inclusive benefits package
• Very strong project pipeline and family-oriented culture – clear progression potential

Reputable, leading, local General Contractor with a heavy focus on commercial construction projects.

• Projects include: life sciences, higher education, medical, retail, historical renovations, and industrial.
• Seeking a senior construction project manager to lead and support their growth in the local market

The Sr. Project Manager will lead the project team and have overall responsibility for the success of assigned project(s) with a focus on budgeting, planning, scheduling, quality, and relationship with owners and subcontractors

Select Responsibilities:

• Work with project team to ensure timely completion and accuracy of project information and targets
• Organize and participate in project meetings with staff, owners, architects, and trade partners
• Prepare contracts and change orders in a timely fashion
• Prepare and communicate monthly variance cost/budget reports to the management team
• Provide oversight for all phases of construction, including safety, staffing, and ensuring contract documents are being followed and work is on schedule and within budget
• Foster strong partnership with owner to help the firm continue building on their 80% repeat business with current clients
• Produce and assist in close-out documentation

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or other relevant discipline
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the commercial construction industry
• Successfully managed multiple projects to completion with values ranging from $25M-$70M
• Ability to organize, analyze, and problem solve challenges when they occur on assigned projects

Effective communication and ability to build/foster strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders