Senior Project Manager

Eastern Builders; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Builders is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and manage Commercial Construction projects from initiation through completion. This role requires a proactive professional with a strong background in construction management, exceptional organizational skills, and a track record of delivering high-quality results.

You will oversee planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution, ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously when necessary.
• Adept at coordinating work in active environments that remain operational during construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications are met.
• Obtain necessary permits and licenses for construction projects.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring costs are controlled and within agreed-upon limits.
• Monitor expenditures and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Approve and process invoices and change orders.
• Lead and manage project teams, including subcontractors and site workers.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Ensure all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
• Oversee all construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and address any issues.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide updates on project status and address any concerns.
• Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders.
• Resolve any conflicts or issues that arise during the construction process.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Address and resolve any unforeseen challenges promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

Scheduling Software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead and manage Commercial Construction projects from initiation through completion. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with a strong background in construction management, exceptional organizational skills, and a track record of delivering high-quality results. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all phases of construction, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution. You will ensure that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with all quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Coordination

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications are met.
• Obtain necessary permits and licenses for construction projects.

Budget Management

• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring costs are controlled and within agreed-upon limits.
• Monitor expenditures and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Approve and process invoices and change orders.
• Lead and manage project teams, including subcontractors and site workers.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Ensure all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.

Quality Control

• Oversee all construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and address any issues.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide updates on project status and address any concerns.
• Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders.
• Resolve any conflicts or issues that arise during the construction process.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Address and resolve any unforeseen challenges promptly.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Proficient in Procore and Scheduling Software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously when necessary.
• Adept at coordinating work in active environments that remain operational during construction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Familiarity with pre-construction, scope development and cost estimating.
• Prior experience managing construction projects on active military bases or other Department of Defense installations is strongly preferred.

Reports To

Project Manager / Director of Operations

• Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment.
• Meet deadlines and positively contribute to team goals while upholding company values.
• Take ownership of tasks and consistently deliver high-quality work.
• Deliver accurate, complete, and well-documented estimates.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Proactively seek opportunities for growth and career development.