Senior Project Manager

Jobot; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) with Match

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial and multifamily projects from preconstruction to closeout in Lewes, Delaware. You will oversee planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communications, and team leadership to drive project performance and delivery across multiple assignments.

The role emphasizes maintaining quality standards, managing risks, and ensuring on-time, on-budget results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture or related field preferred.
• Extensive experience managing ground-up and/or interior commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and cost control.
• Experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail and client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of commercial construction projects.
• Manage project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and procurement timelines.
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor coordination, contracts, and field execution.
• Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, consultants, and leadership.
• Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, field ops, and accounting.
• Review drawings, specs, submittals, RFIs, changes, and project docs.
• Identify risks, resolve issues, and maintain schedule/budget progress.
• Ensure safety, quality, and contract compliance; mentor junior PMs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Education

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

Job description

Senior Project Manager for Commercial and Multifamily Projects

Jobot Job is hosted by: Logan Ridge

Salary: $140,000 - $190,000 per year

A bit about us

A well-established commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is responsible for overseeing all phases of project execution, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and team leadership. The Senior Project Manager will play a key role in driving project performance, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple active assignments.

Why join us

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent benefits and 401(k) with Match
• Generous Paid time off and holidays

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and closeout of commercial construction projects
• Manage project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and financial performance
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and procurement timelines
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor coordination, contracts, and field execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, consultants, and internal leadership
• Partner with estimating, preconstruction, field operations, and accounting teams to support project success
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation
• Identify project risks, resolve issues proactively, and maintain progress toward schedule and budget goals
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality expectations, and contract requirements
• Mentor and support junior project management staff while helping drive consistency in project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
• Significant experience managing ground-up and/or interior commercial construction projects
• Strong knowledge of project budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and cost control
• Experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software platforms
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage several priorities while maintaining attention to detail and client service

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