Senior Project Manager

International Erosion Control Association; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunities

Vehicle allowance

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Growth into senior leadership

Shape company direction

Job summary

International Erosion Control Association seeks a Senior Project Manager – Construction to lead multiple commercial projects in Central Ohio from preconstruction through closeout. You will drive execution, mentor project teams, and report to leadership on progress and profitability.

The role emphasizes strong client communication, risk management, and strategic growth, with a clear path toward senior leadership within the company.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
• Strong leadership and client-relations skills.
• Experience managing ground-up commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, education or public projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple commercial construction projects from kickoff to completion.
• Manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, and execution.
• Collaborate with superintendents, estimators, owners, architects, and field teams.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Budget management

Scheduling

Construction software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Construction

A growing and well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale construction projects throughout Central Ohio. This role is ideal for a driven construction professional who wants to play a key role in company growth while building a long-term path into executive leadership.

This position offers direct exposure to company leadership, involvement in strategic decision-making, and a clear opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role such as Director of Construction or VP of Construction.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee multiple commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The ideal candidate has strong leadership abilities, excellent client communication skills, and a proven background managing complex projects while mentoring project teams.

This individual will help drive operational excellence, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the long-term growth strategy of the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously from kickoff through completion
• Manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, and overall execution
• Collaborate closely with superintendents, estimators, owners, architects, and field teams
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate project risks while driving schedule performance and profitability
• Oversee contract administration, change orders, forecasting, and cost reporting
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and project engineers
• Participate in preconstruction planning, buyout strategy, and operational improvements
• Support company growth initiatives and contribute to leadership planning
• Help establish best practices, process improvements, and long-term operational strategy

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction project management experience
• Strong background managing ground-up commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, education and/or public projects.
• Proven experience managing large project budgets and complex schedules
• Ability to lead teams and build strong client relationships
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software
• Strong understanding of construction methods, contracts, scheduling, and budgeting
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

What's Offered

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Vehicle allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Long-term growth opportunity into senior operational leadership
• Opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing construction company