Senior Project Manager

Riggs Distler; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package

Paid Time Off

Company sponsored Healthcare Plan (Med

Job summary

Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large, multi-discipline construction projects in the Northeast. You will manage customer requirements, budgets, and project teams to ensure safe, on-time, and within-scope delivery.

Responsibilities include on-site leadership, progress updates, and coordination with customers, subcontractors and internal departments. The role requires extensive experience in overhead transmission projects and a strong focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field and 10+ years of progressive project management experience in overhead utility transmission
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred
• Strong planning, scheduling, and cost-control capabilities
• Deep knowledge of high-voltage transmission construction practices and safety standards
• Experience managing subcontractors and vendors; ability to review contracts and scopes

Responsibilities

• Manage large/multi-discipline projects from start to finish meeting customer specs, timelines and budgets
• Regularly liaise with customers to provide progress updates and manage expectations
• Direct project teams including engineers, superintendents, and union craft personnel
• Oversee safety, quality, and budget on-site; monitor milestones and cost elements
• Review estimates, risks, schedules, and contracts; ensure alignment with project goals
• Oversee invoicing, receipts, and cash flow; ensure proper billing processes
• Lead weekly project reviews and forecasts for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activity
• Travel as required throughout the Northeast regions

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Contract negotiation

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Business

OSHA 30-hour certification

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America's most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team-oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business.

As a Senior Project Manager, you are responsible for the management of multiple Construction Projects and/or Customers. You’ll work closely with the Customer(s) to complete all Operational requirements of varying size and scope. You’ll direct Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers (I, II, III), Superintendents and craft personnel to promote and ensure safe work practice and conditions. Accountable for managing budgets, the operation’s P&L, and updating WIPs monthly. The salary range is $140,000.00 - $190,000.00.

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Time Off
• Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
• Company Paid:
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Manages large and/or multi-discipline projects from start to finish ensuring customer specifications, objectives, timelines and budgets are met.
• Liaisons with the Customer on a regular basis to provide progress updates, exchange ideas, answer questions, and meet the Customer’s expectations in every way
• Oversees the projects and various project team members, providing direction, leadership, mentoring, and day-to-day management support in accordance with project priorities.
• Manages the projects onsite to monitor the development of the project, safety, and quality control to ensure all periodic milestones and cost elements are met
• Maintains oversight of applicable project documentation including samples, plans and specifications, contracts, change orders and pricing changes, etc. to ensure project remains on course with most up-to-date specifications
• Analyzes progress reports, cost to complete, and other weekly and/or month-end supporting documentation to ensure specifications and expenses fall within the prescribed guidelines
• Oversees project invoicing, including timesheets, resources and material allocations, expenses, and accounts receivable collections to verify proper billing processes are followed and budgets remain in-line
• Facilitates client walk-through(s) of project sites to maintain Customer satisfaction
• Administers high-quality, timely and excellent customer service to promote the organization as an industry leader
• Manage complex high-voltage overhead transmission projects ($5M-$100M+), ensuring alignment with customer objectives, technical requirements, and budgetary goals
• Direct multi-disciplinary project teams, including project engineers, superintendents, and union craft personnel
• Serve as the primary liaison with utility customers, subcontractors, and internal departments
• Review project estimates, risk profiles, schedules, and contract requirements; ensure complete understanding and execution strategy
• Monitor project progress, safety performance, quality control, cost tracking, and schedule compliance
• Drive execution excellence through strong leadership, timely decision-making, and proactive issue resolution
• Lead weekly project reviews and develop forecasts for labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities
• Oversee change management, billing, cash flow, and client invoicing processes
• Ensure timely project close-out, including punch list completion, lessons learned documentation, and final billing
• Travel as required throughout the Northeast regions

Education, Skills, Experience Needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in the overhead utility transmission sector
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred
• Deep knowledge of high-voltage transmission construction practices, safety standards, environmental controls, and union labor coordination
• Experience managing subcontractors and material vendors; ability to review and negotiate contracts and scopes
• Strong planning, scheduling (Primavera P6 preferred), and cost control capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and lead teams at all levels
• Project site conditions may include rough terrain, inclement weather, and proximity to high-voltage equipment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested