Senior Project Manager

Gardiner & Theobald LLC; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A global consultancy for construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager in San Francisco to lead commercial projects while mentoring team members and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate has 8–15 years of experience in project management and is well-versed in the Bay Area's market. This role offers a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence for collaboration and client engagement.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of relevant project management experience in commercial real estate or construction.
• Deep knowledge of the Bay Area market with local permitting, vendors, and industry landscape.
• Experience across project types including tenant improvements, hospitality, education, museums, or ground-up development.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of active projects, including consultant coordination, schedule oversight, and budget tracking.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through every step of the project.
• Manage and perform all tasks required to deliver a project.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication

Organization

Education

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

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Job description

Gardiner & Theobald LLC is an independent global consultancy offering a range of services to the construction and property industry, including project, cost, and construction management. We work with clients worldwide, finding solutions that exceed expectations and add value to projects.

With a commitment to independence, we have retained our consultancy status while delivering innovative solutions that add substantial value to high‑profile projects. In North America, Gardiner & Theobald Inc. has a proven track record spanning over 25 years and has overseen projects exceeding a combined value of $8 Billion.

Gardiner's beginnings can be traced back to London in 1835, when the practice was founded. With 180 years of history and heritage, we are proud to remain an independent consultancy. Gardiner and Theobald Inc. headquartered in New York City, operates across the U.S with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Austin, Dallas, Tampa, Miami, Massachusetts and Chicago.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our growing team in San Francisco. This person will lead a range of commercial projects while supporting client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to the overall success of the office.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, solutions‑oriented, and comfortable managing fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments. You’ll work closely with clients, consultants, and internal team members to keep projects on track, managing schedules, budgets, and deliverables from early planning through closeout.

We’re a hybrid team, and this role requires being in the San Francisco office at least three days per week to support collaboration, culture, and client engagement.

About the Candidate

If you are a strong Senior Project Manager with a balance of technical expertise and emotional intelligence, we want to hear from you.

You bring in‑depth knowledge of the design and construction industry and thrive on working closely with clients and project teams to bring projects to life, on time, on budget, and with a positive, solutions‑oriented attitude.

You work well independently, but also enjoy mentoring others and building strong, collaborative relationships. You’re detail‑oriented, organized, and calm under pressure. You’re always thinking a few steps ahead and looking for ways to improve how things get done.

You care about delivering a great client experience and working for a company that shares your values.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to connect.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day management of active projects, including consultant coordination, schedule oversight, and budget tracking
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, guiding them through every step of the project
• Anticipate issues before they arise and offer proactive solutions
• Manage project reporting, vendor coordination, and procurement logs
• Support internal resourcing, staffing updates, and team development
• Assist with proposals, fee development, and pitch support as needed
• Represent G&T in meetings with architects, contractors, and ownership groups
• Manage and perform all tasks required to deliver a project
• Contract review and development
• Industry benchmarking
• Effectively develop documentation including the following
• RFP’s
• Action items matrices
• Meeting minutes and agendas
• Participate in client presentations for new work
• Comfortably and efficiently chairs project meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• 8–15 years of relevant project management experience in commercial real estate or construction
• Deep knowledge of the Bay Area market—local permitting, vendors, and industry landscape
• Experience across project types including tenant improvements, hospitality, education, museums, or ground‑up development
• Strong communication, organization, and follow‑through
• Able to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
• Familiarity with Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar platforms is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or related field preferred

Physical Requirements

• Attend weekly project meetings on active construction sites. Ability to travel to these locations required.

Core Competencies

• Consistent delivery of high‑quality, on‑time, and on‑budget projects
• Positive, long‑term client relationships and repeat work
• A trusted presence among teammates and consultants
• Clear contribution to office culture and operations
• Ability to step up and lead with confidence, while staying adaptable and collaborative

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Consulting and Project Management

Industries

Construction, Real Estate, and Architecture and Planning

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Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance