Senior Project Manager

The GOR Group, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

The GOR Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple construction projects, oversee schedules, budgets, and teams, and ensure safe, efficient delivery. You will guide installation strategies, manage subcontractors, and drive financial performance while maintaining strong client relations.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of experience in leadership roles across multimillion-dollar builds, with expertise in PMBOK standards, various contracting methods, and experience with data

Qualifications

• AAS or BS in Construction Management or Construction Engineering; relevant experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive construction industry experience in a management or leadership role.
• Experience managing large-scale, multimillion-dollar projects across different construction vertical markets.
• Experience with multiple contracting/delivery methods (Lump sum, Cost plus, GMP, Unit price, Design-build, Time & material).

Responsibilities

• Champion safe work practices per safety program and site requirements.
• Promote the client's core values and foster an accountable project culture.
• Lead and manage project management team members and direct reports.
• Investigate potentially serious project situations and implement corrective measures.
• Manage projects against schedules and SPI targets.
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance for compliance and successful delivery.
• Provide progress updates, reports, and performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Develop installation strategies using best practices and effective construction planning.
• Ensure deliverables are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain accountability for financial performance and manage costs against budgets.
• Oversee and present project cost reports within required timelines.
• Manage labor, materials, equipment, and other resources to maintain schedules and budgets.
• Build relationships with teammates, customers, and vendors to support current and future business opportunities.
• Develop resource plans and staffing based on project requirements.
• Collaborate with teams on estimating, feasibility, and value engineering.
• Leverage construction tech platforms to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.
• Foster Lean initiatives and process optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Communication

Contract management

PMBOK

Team building

Problem solving

Lean

Education

AAS/BS Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Procore

Primavera P6

Textura

Job description

GOR Group is partnering with a client to hire a Senior Project Manager responsible for the overall direction, successful completion, and financial performance of multiple construction projects of varying sizes.

This role will lead and manage project resources while delivering exceptional results for customers. The Senior Project Manager will oversee project execution, schedules, budgets, subcontractor and vendor performance, installation strategy, and workforce planning while developing strong relationships that support continued business opportunities.

The position will have direct reports and is well suited for an experienced construction leader with extensive experience delivering large-scale structured cabling, data center, and mission critical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion safe work practices in accordance with the client's safety program and project site requirements, with a focus on maintaining an accident-free workplace.
• Promote and model the client's core values and help foster a strong, accountable project culture.
• Lead and manage assigned project management team members and direct reports.
• Investigate potentially serious project situations and implement appropriate corrective measures within established guidelines and under supervision.
• Manage assigned projects against schedules and performance objectives, including Scheduling Performance Index (SPI) expectations.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor performance to support compliant, successful project delivery.
• Provide project progress updates, reports, and performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage installation strategies using industry best practices, proven means and methods, and effective construction planning.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain accountability for the financial performance of assigned projects and manage costs against established budgets.
• Oversee and present project cost reports within required timelines.
• Manage labor, materials, equipment, and other organizational resources to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Build strong working relationships with teammates, customers, and vendors to support existing projects and expand future business opportunities.
• Develop resource plans and evaluate staffing and project needs based on project requirements.
• Partner with internal and external teams to provide subject matter expertise related to estimating, construction feasibility, and value engineering.
• Leverage construction technology platforms, automation, and software to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Foster an innovative environment where employees identify practical solutions to project challenges and opportunities for process optimization.
• Encourage continuous improvement and Lean initiatives that support strategic site goals.
• Support training programs designed to develop employees and strengthen workforce continuity.
• Lead by example and create opportunities for technical and professional development through internal training and industry certification programs.

Required Qualifications

• AAS or BS in Construction Management or Construction Engineering. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive construction industry experience in a management or leadership role.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale, multimillion-dollar projects across different construction vertical markets.
• Experience managing multiple contracting and project delivery methods, including:
  • Lump sum / fixed price
  • Cost plus
  • Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
  • Unit price / rate
  • Design-build
  • Time and material
• Experience managing construction teams of 50 to 100+ technicians on project sites.
• Experience working with industry-leading manufacturer products and solutions.
• Advanced project management and leadership capabilities.
• Strong decision-making and judgment skills, including the ability to manage projects requiring significant authority over procedures, plans, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to use information and data to make informed decisions.
• Deep understanding of industry-specific estimating and engineering best practices.
• Ability to identify change events and implement effective change management practices.
• Knowledge of construction technology platforms and applicable quality and safety standards.
• Solid understanding of construction accounting principles and cost forecasting.
• Ability to communicate and present project information to stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of PMBOK Guidelines and Standards.
• Ability to develop and manage project schedules.
• Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to work effectively with management, staff, vendors, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Strong coaching, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt positively to changing requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to present effectively to both small and large groups.
• Disciplined, detail-oriented, organized, and self-driven.
• Demonstrated ability to organize resources and establish priorities.
• Proven ability to resolve complex problems, conflicts, and project issues.
• Strategic planning skills.
• Ability to develop processes and standard operating procedures.
• Proficiency with business and construction industry applications, including:
  • Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
  • Bluebeam
  • Procore
  • Primavera P6
  • Scheduling Performance Index (SPI)
  • Cost Performance Index (CPI)
  • Textura

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience overseeing and managing large structured cabling projects and/or data center construction projects.
• Experience managing the installation of mission critical infrastructure for data center new-build and retrofit projects.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification. If not certified at the time of hire, certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment.
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
• BICSI Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM).
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP).

WHY GOR GROUP?

At GOR Group, we look beyond job titles and keyword matches.
We focus on identifying individuals who bring leadership, accountability, adaptability, problem-solving ability, and the drive to succeed in demanding environments.
We support organizations across the mission critical, data center, manufacturing, commissioning, construction, and infrastructure industries by connecting them with professionals who are ready to contribute, grow, and build meaningful careers.
If your experience does not perfectly align with every qualification listed, but you believe you can make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

Referral Bonus
GOR Group believes in Grit Over Resume.
If you know someone in the mission critical, construction, or infrastructure industry who may be open to new opportunities, we offer a $500 referral bonus for successful placements.