Senior Project Leader - Complex Builds Delivery

DPR Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant opportunities not specified

Job summary

At DPR Construction, the project leader drives all phases from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while partnering with clients, designers, and trades for execution excellence.

The role emphasizes developing future leaders, implementing robust project controls, and promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across all project phases. DPR values integrity, openness, and a forward-thinking mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field is required.
• 7–10 years of construction project management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification is preferred; completion within 6 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees full project lifecycle from business award to final completion, ensuring scope, budget, schedule, safety, and quality objectives.
• Directs project teams including managers, engineers, and field staff, aligning with execution plans and standards; reinforces safety leadership.
• Builds client, designer, and trade-partner relationships to promote collaboration and proactively resolve challenges.
• Reviews major decisions on budgets, contracts, and schedules with executives and senior leadership.
• Leads risk management and mitigation per DPR safety and operations standards.
• Mentors team members, provides coaching, and guides development and training to strengthen leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field

Job description

At DPR Construction, the project leader drives all phases from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance while partnering with clients, designers, and trades for execution excellence.

The role emphasizes developing future leaders, implementing robust project controls, and promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across all project phases. DPR values integrity, openness, and a forward-thinking mindset.