Senior Project Manager

Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Comprehensive medical benefits

Professional development programs

Job summary

Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Indiana, United States, to lead complex construction projects from concept through completion. You will work with subcontractors, design firms, and project engineers to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have a proven record of managing significant projects and excellent risk management skills. You'll benefit from competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, fostering career growth.

Qualifications

• Proven success managing projects exceeding $5M or multiple concurrent projects over $1M.
• Strong understanding of risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to resolve complex project challenges independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects ranging from 20M+.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers and internal teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and potential challenges.
• Oversee project logistics and workflow planning.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support business development and new project opportunities.
• Ensure successful project delivery from preconstruction through close-out.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client relationship building

Organizational skills

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Planswift

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Life Science Construction

A leading full service design-build construction management firm specializing in highly regulated and advanced technology sectors is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction projects from concept through completion.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, fast paced organization delivering innovative projects across high tech and life sciences environments.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will serve as the primary management representative responsible for leading projects through conceptual planning, pre-construction, construction, commissioning and close out phases.

You’ll work closely with subcontractors, design firms, project engineers, and superintendents to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This role is ideal for a construction professional who thrives in managing technically complex projects, building client relationships and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects ranging from 20M+
• Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement and cost controls
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, engineers and internal teams
• Identify and mitigate project risks and potential challenges
• Oversee project logistics and workflow planning
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Support business development and new project opportunities
• Ensure successful project delivery from preconstruction through close-out

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success managing projects exceeding $5M or multiple concurrent projects over $1M
• Mechanical Construction experience preferred
• Strong understanding of risk management and mitigation strategies
• Excellent negotiation, communication and organizational skills
• Ability to resolve complex project challenges independently
• Experience within life sciences, advanced technology or regulated industries preferred
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Project/Primavera, Planswift and Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus performance bonuses
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions and profit-sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, life, and disability benefits
• Professional development and educational assistance programs
• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card holders to be considered for this position.