Senior Construction Project Manager - Onsite, 40-60% Travel

Wheeler Staffing Partners

Portland (ME)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Monthly vehicle allowance

Phone allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners seeks a Senior Project Manager in Portland, ME to oversee all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion. This leadership role emphasizes safety, quality, and financial performance while managing budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in construction project management, strong leadership, and proficiency in Procore. Candidates must reside within commutable distance of Portland, ME and be prepared for

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field with HVAC, Plumbing, or construction discipline experience.
Minimum 8+ years of project management experience within construction environments.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Experience managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relationships.
Experience with contract administration and project delivery methodologies.
Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Procore.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of project implementation and execution from project handoff through project closeout.
Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and overall performance objectives.
Partner with leadership to ensure project requirements and code compliance standards are met.
Establish project goals, key milestones, and client expectations.
Manage and mentor Project Managers and project team members.
Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project execution.
Manage project budgets and financial performance across GMP, Lump Sum, and related delivery models.
Review and manage contract requirements including schedules, reporting, insurance requirements, notifications, and project deliverables.
Conduct monthly project reporting and cost reviews utilizing project management and accounting systems.
Negotiate and execute subcontract agreements and vendor purchase orders.
Manage project change control processes including RFIs, revisions, directives, and supporting documentation.
Oversee project management systems and document control procedures using Procore.
Ensure development and maintenance of project schedules and milestone tracking.
Lead project meetings and ensure agendas, meeting minutes, and documentation are completed and distributed.
Maintain risk logs and communicate mitigation strategies with project leadership.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment through site planning, safety reviews, toolbox talks, and site walkthroughs.
Support Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) reviews and overall project safety initiatives.
Ensure implementation of project-specific quality assurance plans and documentation requirements.
Monitor site utilization plans with emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and access control.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
Serve as a key point of contact throughout project execution.
Participate in industry organizations and community engagement initiatives