Senior Project Manager

McFarland Construction US

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account

PTO after first pay cycle

Flexible benefits

Referral bonus

Charitable matching

Job summary

McFarland Construction in Indianapolis seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget.

You will mentor the Indiana PM team, set office structure with exec leadership, pursue Midwest business opportunities, and partner with HR on talent development, while maintaining strong client and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent experience
5+ years of commercial construction project management
3+ years of leadership experience managing teams or field operations
Strong design/build or general contracting experience
Procore experience strongly preferred
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel as required within assigned projects

Responsibilities

Provide operational oversight across all active Indiana projects, ensuring schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met.
Lead, mentor, and manage the Indiana project management team, including Senior Project Managers and Project Managers, to ensure alignment and strong team dynamics.
Own the office's organizational structure and role clarity, working with executive leadership to keep expectations and responsibilities well defined.
Identify and pursue new business development opportunities in the Midwest market; build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and community partners.
Partner with HR and executive leadership on recruiting, hiring, and developing project management talent to build long-term bench strength.
Monitor team workload and morale; proactively address retention risks and support a healthy, sustainable working environment.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the Indiana office and McFarland executive leadership, providing regular updates on project and office performance.
Oversee project financials, including budgets, forecasting, and profitability, in partnership with project accounting; adapt strategy as needed.

Skills

PM leadership

Design/Build

Procore

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

NOW HIRING: Senior Project Manager - Operations Leader - Commercial Construction — Design/Build

LOCATION: Indianapolis, Indiana

EXPERIENCE: 5+ Years Commercial Construction

About McFarland Construction

McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm specializing in general contracting, design/build, and construction management services. We deliver high-quality projects across a wide range of markets, including Financial Services, Health Sciences, Energy, Mission Critical, and the Public Sector.

Founded in 2010, McFarland has grown to become the largest African American-owned general contractor in the Carolinas. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with regional offices in Raleigh, NC and Indianapolis, IN, we continue to expand our footprint and impact throughout the Southeast and Midwest.

We're proud to be ranked #18 Largest General Contractor in Charlotte, #3 Fastest-Growing Private Company in the region, and among the Top General Contractors in the Southeast.

If you're looking for your next career move and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, and fast-growing company, McFarland Construction is the place for you. Join us and help shape the future of construction.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple commercial construction projects in the Indianapolis IN market. This role is responsible for full project lifecycle management, from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This is a leadership role ideal for a design/build PM who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning both field and office execution.

Responsibilities

Provide operational oversight across all active Indiana projects, ensuring schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met.
Lead, mentor, and manage the Indiana project management team, including Senior Project Managers and Project
Managers, to ensure alignment, accountability, and strong team dynamics.
Own the office's organizational structure and role clarity, working with executive leadership to keep expectations and responsibilities well defined.
Identify and pursue new business development opportunities in the Midwest market; build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and community partners.
Partner with HR and executive leadership on recruiting, hiring, and developing project management talent to build long-term bench strength.
Monitor team workload and morale; proactively address retention risks and support a healthy, sustainable working environment.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the Indiana office and McFarland executive leadership, providing regular updates on project and office performance.
Oversee project financials, including budgets, forecasting, and profitability, in partnership with project accounting.
Adapt strategy and staffing plans as market conditions and project needs evolve.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred (or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience in lieu of degree)
5+ years of commercial construction project management experience
3+ years of leadership experience managing teams or field operations
Strong design/build or general contracting experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
Procore experience strongly preferred
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel as required within assigned projects

Why McFarland Construction

At McFarland, you are not just managing projects, you are leading them with real ownership, visibility, and impact. We offer a strong, competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family at every stage of life.

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