Senior Project Manager

Swinerton Energy, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company is seeking a skilled Project Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves overall management of complex construction projects, establishing budgets, ensuring compliance, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have 8–12+ years of construction management experience, ideally including projects like Data Centers or industrial facilities. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are necessary. The company offers an environment conducive to leadership and high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of progressive construction management experience.
• Experience with Data Centers or industrial projects is preferred.
• Ability to analyze drawings and models for constructability.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of complex construction projects.
• Maintain quality control and project integrity.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or Construction Management

Job description

Job Description Summary

Overall management of construction project resulting in successful project completion.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

• Able to perform all Project Manager’s responsibilities (refer to position descriptions)
• Manage multiple or large, complex projects
• Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum)
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases
• Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery
• Keep project on schedule
• Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors
• Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management
• Manage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policy
• Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors
• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms
• Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders
• Direct preconstruction services and activities
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages
• Assist with business development and participate in job interviews
• Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project)
• Support estimating staff (bid item specialist)
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict
• Complete all job close-out procedures
• Conduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks)
• Complete project with full or enhanced fee
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills Or Experience Requirements

• Proven professional experience delivering complex construction projects; engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or construction management education considered a foundation, not a requirement
• 8–12+ years of progressive construction management experience
• Prior experience on either: Data Centers / Mission‑Critical facilities, or Process‑driven industrial or energy projects (RNG, biogas, oil & gas, chemical)
• Demonstrated leadership of: Complex MEP or process‑heavy projects Fast‑track or phased construction environments
• Problem‑solving ability and strong sense of urgency
• Organizational and communication skills
• Ability to challenge drawings and models to identify constructability, coordination, and scope issues
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)