Senior Project Manager

Phillips Infrastructure; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Infrastructure seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple large-scale construction programs from bid through client acceptance. You will lead diverse teams, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and ensure delivery within safety, quality, and budget constraints.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, 10+ years of leadership in multi-project environments, and OSHA 30 preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• At least ten years of construction management experience with leadership in multi-project operations.
• OSHA 30 certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight across multiple projects, ensuring on-schedule, within-budget delivery.
• Lead high-stakes project meetings and strategic planning sessions.
• Manage the financial aspects of substantial contracts to protect the company’s interests and client relations.
• Conduct in-depth initial assessments with clients to determine project scopes, resource needs, and success criteria.
• Prepare detailed project estimates and oversee budgets, schedules, and plans for complex, multi-faceted projects.
• Supervise project staff and provide leadership to project teams, including on-site personnel.
• Ensure robust project control, risk management, and safety compliance across all sites.
• Resolve complex technical and management issues impacting project performance.
• Mentor and develop project managers and staff, shaping objectives, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder negotiation

Communication skills

Risk management

Construction mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Master’s in related field

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is a pivotal leader, overseeing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously. This role involves advanced project oversight from bid preparation through final acceptance by the client, ensuring all projects adhere to administrative, technical, and safety standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight across multiple projects, ensuring they are executed on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with quality standards.
• Act as the primary company representative in high-stake project meetings and strategic planning sessions.
• Manage the financial aspects of substantial contracts to protect the company’s interests while fostering positive relations with clients.
• Conduct in-depth initial assessments with clients to accurately determine project scopes, resource requirements, and success criteria.
• Prepare detailed project estimates and oversee the development of budgets, schedules, and plans for complex, multi-faceted projects.
• Supervise project staff and provide leadership and direction to project teams, including on-site superintendents, engineers, project managers, and administrative personnel.
• Ensure robust project control, risk management, and compliance with safety regulations across all sites.
• Resolve complex technical and management issues that affect the company's position and performance on projects.
• Mentor and develop project managers and staff, enhancing their capabilities in construction management and leadership. Oversee the formulation of project objectives, policies, and procedures within the framework of corporate policy.
• Subject Matter Expert / technical resource for project staff and reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a team of project managers and up to 10 supervisors with crews potentially exceeding 100 members.

Requirements

• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills, capable of making high-stakes decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
• Minimum OSHA 30 certification. (preferred)

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required; Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• At least ten years of experience in construction management, with significant leadership experience in managing large-scale, multi-project operations.
• Extensive knowledge of construction processes, including planning, design, procurement, and execution.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.