Senior Project Manager

Ground Up Construction Recruiting; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO + Sick leave

Job summary

Ground Up Construction Recruiting partners with a respected Omaha-based GC to hire a Senior Project Manager. You’ll oversee commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout, leading schedules, budgets, bidding, and field teams.

The role requires 7+ years in construction PM, experience with projects up to $5M, and proficiency in Procore, Timberline, and MS Office. A track record of leadership, clear communication, and multi-project management is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial projects up to $5M.
• Proficiency in Procore, Timberline, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from preconstruction, estimating, bidding through execution and closeout.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, subcontractors, and field leadership.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams.
• Monitor project costs, labor, and productivity to ensure profitability.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and quality expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-project management

Tools

Procore

Timberline

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ground Up Construction Recruiting is partnered with a respected commercial general contractor in Omaha, NE to help them hire a Senior Project Manager. This GC has built a strong reputation delivering high-quality projects across healthcare, commercial, and institutional markets. As their project backlog continues to grow, they’re adding experienced leadership to support both project execution and long-term client relationships.

This Senior Project Manager will oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, working closely with owners, field leadership, and internal teams. This role is critical to driving schedules, managing budgets and estimating, mentoring project teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest quality standards.

• $120K-$145K salary + bonus
• $750/month vehicle allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) + 3% match
• 3 weeks of PTO + sick leave

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from preconstruction, estimating, and bidding through execution and closeout
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Collaborate closely with owners, architects, subcontractors, and field leadership
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers and project teams
• Monitor project costs, labor, and productivity to ensure profitability
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and quality expectations

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of construction project management (field experience is a major plus)
• Experience managing commercial projects up to $5M
• Proficiency in Procore, Timberline, and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently