Senior Project Manager

Henderson Engineers; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 108,360 - 188,856; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Hours

Casual Dress Code

Paid Volunteer Time

Paid Parental Leave

Health and Wellness Initiatives

Leadership Attitude & Career Growth

Clear Career Path Options

Job summary

Henderson Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-disciplinary teams across multiple market sectors. You will oversee planning, proposals, budgets, and client communications to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes risk management, contract development, and collaboration with leadership to drive business growth and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business preferred.
• 14 years of relevant experience total, including at least 10 years in project management.
• Advanced proficiency in project management standards and execution is required.
• Advanced knowledge of building design and construction principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of project planning, execution, and client experience.
• Manage development of proposals, contracts, and budgets.
• Plan and coordinate deliverables, delegating as needed.
• Maintain proactive client communication throughout project lifecycle.
• Monitor adherence to budgets and financial expectations.
• Define and manage project quality and scope of work.
• Develop fees for complex projects to mitigate risk.
• Serve as primary project/program contact and brand ambassador.

Skills

PM proficiency

Client management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelors in Engineering/CM

Tools

Revit

CAD

Bluebeam

PM certification (preferred)

Job description

At Henderson we are more than just buildings. We are a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life and are changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process. As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners is an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. We have a people-first culture and a diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

Position Overview

As a senior project manager at Henderson Engineers, you will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise to our six market sectors, including Business, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Venue. Within each sector, we seamlessly integrate our engineering knowledge with the in-the-field experience of our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, to deliver a client experience unlike any other in the industry. To learn more about the facilities included in our sectors, visit https://www.hendersonengineers.com/expertise/

Multiple Openings: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of project planning, execution, and client experience.
• Manage the development of project proposals, contracts, and project budgets.
• Plan and coordinate project deliverables, delegating as needed.
• Manage client service and project communication, maintaining proactive communication throughout the project life cycle.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to budgets and financial expectations.
• Responsible for overall project performance.
• Manage and develop program contracts and project fee matrices.
• Define and manage project quality expectations.
• Ensure deliverables meet project objectives and quality expectations.
• Develop the scope of work and fees for complex projects to mitigate risk throughout the project life cycle.
• Serve as the primary project/program contact and brand ambassador.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and sub‑consultants to ensure satisfaction with the project process and engineering work product, and that client views are managed toward the best solution.
• Anticipate and proactively resolve project‑related conflict, balancing the interests of internal and external stakeholders and sharing lessons learned to improve overall client experience.
• Partner with sector and practice leadership to create and support business development strategies within their sector or practice.
• Direct the activities of project/program team members and oversee less experienced Project Managers as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business preferred. 4 years of relevant experience within the AEC or Professional Services industry will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
• 14 years of relevant experience required, including at least 10 years cumulative of project management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in project management standards and execution required.
• Advanced knowledge and application of building design and construction principles required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Revit, CAD, and/or Bluebeam.
• Project management certification preferred.
• P.E. (Professional Engineer) license preferred.

Perks

• Flexible Work Hours
• Casual Dress Code
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health and Wellness Initiatives
• Receptive and Forward‑Thinking Leadership
• Clear Career Path Options

Benefits

• Industry‑leading 401(k) match and profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Training for Professional Development
• Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
• Paid Term Life and DisabilityHealth Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Off
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program

Pay Transparency

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Salary Ranges

New York Salary Range: $125,904 to $188,856

Los Angeles Salary Range: $119,712 to $179,568

Denver Salary Range: $113,520 to $170,280

Las Vegas Salary Range: $108,360 to $162,540

Equal Opportunity

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E‑Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.

To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT

Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com or @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. You may contact us at [e-mail] to verify whether a recruitment contact is legitimate. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.