Senior Project Manager

Coalesce Management Consulting; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Coalesce Management Consulting in Virginia is seeking a proactive Senior Project Manager to act as the Owner's Representative on a high-profile data centre project. You will drive delivery, maintain tight schedules, and coordinate with contractors, SMEs, and client teams on a critical path programme.

The role requires hands-on leadership, CPM scheduling skills, risk and change control, and clear executive reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project delivery.
• Experience with data centres / mission critical projects or complex, multi-trade commercial construction.
• Ability to run projects independently and read mechanical/electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day coordination across contractors, SMEs, client stakeholders.
• actively manage live construction activities and drive delivery.
• Develop and drive 2–3 week lookahead plans aligned with milestones.
• Maintain schedule integrity on a critical path programme.
• Lead site walks and deliver progress reports.
• Produce weekly executive project reports and client updates.
• Track progress, risks, delays, and design changes.
• Coordinate design updates and scope adjustments with contractors.
• Oversee budget awareness and cost implications of changes.
• Manage interface across trades and workstreams for smooth operation.

Skills

Construction management

Stakeholder coordination

CPM scheduling

Contractor coordination

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Job description

# Senior Project ManagerVirginia£190000 - £220000 per annum + Please reach out for more informationApply NowShare###### Contact us####### Senior Project Manager - Virginia## OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and hands-on Senior Project Manager to act as the Owner's Representative for a dynamic construction project in Virginia. This role requires an expert who thrives working at the operational level, taking ownership and driving delivery alongside contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams. The successful candidate will maintain tight schedule control on a critical path programme with zero contingency, ensuring seamless coordination and clear communication. We strongly encourage applications from diverse candidates and are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.## Responsibilities* Own day-to-day coordination across general contractors, subcontractors, subject matter experts (SMEs), and client stakeholders* Actively manage live construction activities, going beyond oversight to hands-on involvement* Develop and drive short-term lookahead plans (2-3 weeks+) that align with overall programme milestones* Maintain schedule integrity on a critical path programme with no float* Manage and respond efficiently to high volumes of detailed daily client communications* Lead site walks with client teams, delivering accurate and timely reports of progress* Produce and present weekly executive project reports and client updates* Track and communicate construction progress, risks, delays, recovery actions, and design changes* Coordinate design updates, layout changes, and scope adjustments with contractors* Oversee budget awareness and assess cost implications of changes* Manage interface across multiple trades and workstreams to ensure smooth operation* Ensure clear, proactive communication with clients to prevent surprises or misalignment* Collaborate closely with Assistant Project Manager support on RFIs, submittals, and documentation## Qualifications* Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction project delivery* Proven track record managing: + Data centres / mission critical projects OR + Complex, multi-trade commercial construction projects* Demonstrated ability to run projects or major workstreams independently* Experience operating in live site environments with tight schedules* Strong understanding of: + Construction sequencing + Critical path management + Contractor coordination* Experience managing multiple stakeholders in high-pressure client environments* Preferred educational background in Construction Management, Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)* Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, understand design intent and construction implications* Knowledge of risk management, programme scheduling, and budget/cost controlWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring equitable recruitment and an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence. Join us in delivering a critical, high-profile project that makes a significant impact!