Senior Construction Projects Manager

Hamilton College - New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton College is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to lead and oversee campus construction from planning through closeout. You will act as the college's primary liaison with architects, engineers, and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while complying with codes and institutional standards.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects, supporting long-range capital planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a construction-related field; relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex capital projects from planning through closeout.
• Experience in higher education, institutional, or public sector construction preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes, safety regulations, and contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior leadership presentations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee construction projects from inception to closeout.
• Serve as Owner's representative to architects, engineers, contractors, and campus departments.
• Monitor schedule, budget, and change orders; report progress and adjust as needed.
• Develop logistics plans, cost estimates, and feasibility assessments.
• Lead progress meetings; ensure conformance with scope and budget.
• Ensure compliance with codes, OSHA standards, and institutional policies.
• Maintain closeout documentation, warranties, and maintenance manuals; capture lessons learned.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Leadership

Risk assessment

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering

Associate's degree with relevant experience

Master's degree in a related field is a plus

OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (preferred)

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) CMAA

Professional Engineer (PE) License or Registered Architect (RA)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

LEED Accreditation

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling software

Job description

Hamilton College is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Manager to lead and oversee campus construction from planning through closeout. You will act as the college's primary liaison with architects, engineers, and contractors, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while complying with codes and institutional standards.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects, supporting long-range capital planning and