Senior Construction Project Manager

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Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus and performance incentives

Long-term career growth opportunities

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

A respected commercial contractor in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major commercial construction projects. This mid-senior level position requires 8–12 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of project management software. The contractor offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and robust benefits including medical and retirement plans. Join a company known for its extensive project pipeline and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

8–12+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a commercial general contractor.
Proven experience managing projects from $10M+ in value.
Strong background managing ground-up and complex commercial projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage commercial construction projects from start to finish.
Oversee project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and change management.
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and consultants.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Client-facing skills

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Base Pay Range

$140,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year.

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: On-site

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We are representing a well‑established and growing commercial general contractor in the Columbus, Ohio market that is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its operations team. This is a senior‑level role with full ownership of major projects and direct exposure to executive leadership.

The company has a strong backlog of ground‑up and complex commercial construction projects across Central Ohio and is known for long‑term client relationships, repeat work, and a collaborative culture.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading projects from preconstruction handoff through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage commercial construction projects from start to finish
Oversee project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and change management
Develop and maintain project schedules in coordination with superintendents
Manage subcontractor buyout, contracts, and performance
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and consultants
Review and negotiate change orders, subcontracts, and vendor agreements
Coordinate closely with preconstruction teams during handoff and GMP development
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and contractual requirements
Mentor and support project managers and project engineers

Project Experience

Commercial office and corporate facilities
Industrial and warehouse developments
Education and institutional buildings
Healthcare and medical facilities
Mixed‑use and large‑scale commercial projects
8–12+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a commercial general contractor
Strong background managing ground‑up and complex commercial projects
Proven experience managing projects from $10M+ in value
Solid understanding of construction means, methods, and contractsProficiency with project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel)
Strong leadership, communication, and client‑facing skills
Stable work history with long‑term career focus