Senior Construction Project Manager — Own Projects & Growth

Orion Placement; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Leawood, Kansas is seeking a seasoned commercial construction project manager to own projects from preconstruction to closeout, including estimating, scheduling, and subcontractor management.

You will lead client relationships, oversee budgets and schedules, mentor junior staff, and drive profitability with a hands-on approach in a collaborative, growth-focused culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive commercial construction project management experience.
• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction technology, equipment, methods, estimating, scheduling, and safety.
• Experience with subcontractor management, change order administration, RFIs, and contract compliance.
• Strong command of project financials — cost tracking, forecasting, and profitability management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• Valid driver's license in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact from project kickoff through closeout — assess scope, align expectations, and keep relationships strong throughout the life of the project.
• Prepare complete, accurate estimates through detailed review of proposal specs, drawings, takeoff information, and contract documents.
• Provide overall direction of the total construction effort — budget, schedule, quality, and safety — coordinating with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise on-site functions including scheduling, material control, engineering, and day-to-day site administration.
• Supervise superintendents and subcontractors; provide technical guidance on construction methods, equipment selection, and drawing interpretation.
• Initiate, track, and manage change orders and extra work estimating with precision and timeliness.
• Prepare monthly project status reports and cost-to-complete forecasts; own the financial performance of your projects.
• Issue owner and subcontract agreements, manage RFIs and shop drawings, and maintain organized, audit-ready project files.
• Lead preconstruction teams when assigned, providing direction and mentorship to junior team members.
• Coordinate closely with site superintendents to align field activities with the overall project plan.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Supervision

Client relations

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Orion Placement in Leawood, Kansas is seeking a seasoned commercial construction project manager to own projects from preconstruction to closeout, including estimating, scheduling, and subcontractor management.

You will lead client relationships, oversee budgets and schedules, mentor junior staff, and drive profitability with a hands-on approach in a collaborative, growth-focused culture.