Senior Project Manager

PCL Constructors Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Annual bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Parental leave

Training & professional development

Job summary

PCL Construction Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Bellevue, WA to lead delivery of complex, high-impact projects, build trusted client partnerships, and drive operational excellence.

You will mentor teams, shape safety culture, and deliver innovative solutions in a collaborative environment where leadership makes a lasting difference. Responsibilities include safety program development, design coordination, risk management, and ensuring compliance with quality standards,

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education in engineering or construction management.
• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with multiple contract delivery types as a leader and mentor.
• 12 months of estimating or related experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of safety and environment principles, procedures and legislation.
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry operations, including materials and methods.
• Experience with diverse project types, delivery methods and sequencing.
• Knowledge of construction laws, building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of collective agreements and labor jurisdiction assignments.
• Understanding of insurance, bonding, and legal requirements.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Forecasting project resources and staffing.
• Identifying staffing and hourly labor issues.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains the project safety program.
• Leads site safety inspections and enforces safety standards.
• Coordinates with clients to ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Leads efforts to secure new work through estimates and proposals.
• Oversees quality management plan and culture.
• Develops or oversees the Project Execution Plan with the superintendent.
• Coordinates design deliverables and permits, procurement and construction activities.
• Reviews design documentation for completeness and constructability.
• Monitors project performance across schedule, cost, resources, and quality.

Skills

Safety and env knowledge

Construction industry knowledge

Codes and regulations

Labor agreements

Leadership and mentoring

Communication skills

Resource forecasting

Staffing planning

Education

Postsecondary education in engineering or construction management

Job description

Requisition ID14224-Posted09/23/2026-Operations-Seattle-Bellevue, Washington

The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.

As a Senior Project Manager for PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Bellevue, Washington, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects that shape communities while building trusted client partnerships and driving operational excellence. You'll influence long-term project success, mentor and develop talented teams, and bring innovative solutions to life in a collaborative environment where your leadership and expertise make a lasting difference.

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.

Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here's how a Senior Project Manager for PCL Construction Services, Inc. within Seattle contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains the project safety program for a safe work environment. Creates and influences safety culture as a mentor and model.
• Conducts job site tours and safety inspections and leads by example to ensure that policies, procedures, environmental programs and safety standards are followed.
• Conducts site and safety inspections, attends progress meetings, leads by example, reviews incidents, near misses, HSE reports, and statistics, and effects change to ensure that project safety standards, legislation, and environmental programs are followed.
• Liaises with clients to ensure that projects are constructed as per quality and safety standards, and contract.
• Leads to secure new work by participating in estimates, working with trade contractors, and/or participating in proposals and presentations.
• Oversees the development and implementation of quality management plan and quality culture with stakeholder buy-in.
• Understands client drivers and offers value engineering proposals for functionality, cost, and/or schedule benefit to the client while maintaining value-added outcomes as part of our solution provider service where warranted.
• Develops or oversees the Project Execution Plan (PEP) with the superintendent.
• Coordinates, monitors, and manages design deliverable schedule to facilitate and/or assist with permits, procurement, shop drawings, off-site production, construction and commissioning in conjunction with the review and signoff by the client.
• Conducts review of design and seeks resolution from the design team with respect to compliance, scope creep, cost optimization, code requirements, procurement, safety in design, construction sequencing, and constructability.
• Conducts review of design documentation, leveraging the necessary team members, and seeks resolution from the design team with respect to level of design completeness, accuracy, and quality as applicable to various design stages and construction.
• Oversees and monitors project performance status reports for schedule, costs, equipment, manpower, materials, safety and environment, cost forecast, and quality control, and QUEST programs.
• Monitors production and reviews work of assigned resources to ensure that project time, cost, and quality objectives are met.
• Identifies scope gaps, technical risk, and areas requiring interdisciplinary coordination from the design documents.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education or training in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with multiple contract delivery types as a leader and mentor preferred.
• 12 months of estimating or related experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge and application of safety and environment principles/ procedures/legislation.
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry and company operations, including building materials, construction specifications, methods and procedures, safety and quality management practices for large, complex, and more diverse projects.
• Experience with diverse project types, delivery and construction methods, and sequencing and timelines.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to apply project construction laws and building codes and to leverage such knowledge.
• Understanding of and experience with collective agreements and jurisdiction assignment for multi-trade sites.
• Thorough understanding of insurance, bonding, and legal requirements.
• Effective verbal, written, presentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to monitor and forecast project resources and staffing for the project.
• Ability to identify staffing and hourly labor issues.

The estimated salary range for this role is $170,000 to $210,000, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

Company: PCL Construction Services, Inc.