Senior Project Manager and Office Leader

Selectek, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectek, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Project Manager and Office Leader to drive full lifecycle delivery of high‑tech facilities while shaping office culture and growth.

You will coordinate with international and domestic teams, manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk, and mentor PMs to strengthen client relationships and project outcomes. The role emphasizes leadership, program governance, and active participation in business development, with a focus on complex design-build

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in design-build or large-scale delivery.
• PMP certification is highly desired; additional certifications are a plus.
• Experience leading complex, cross-disciplinary teams and client relationships.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk in multi‑time‑zone settings.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and business development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle delivery of complex, large-scale design-build projects for technology and industrial sectors.
• Mentor junior project managers and align PM goals with firm strategy.
• Develop scopes, manage changes, and drive risk mitigation and cost control.
• Prepare status reports, lead client meetings, and maintain executive-level communications.
• Foster cross-cultural collaboration and coordinate with international teams and stakeholders.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement across projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Cross-cultural communication

Client relationship building

Proposal development

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

We are hiring for a Senior Project Manager and Office Leader in Austin, TX. Pay is relevant to experience and estimated at $130-$200K per year.

Job Summary

As a Senior Project Manager and Office Leader, you will lead the full lifecycle delivery of complex, large-scale design-build projects but also guide the culture, growth, and operational excellence. As a dual-impact leader, you will be responsible for orchestrating successful project outcomes for the world’s leading technology companies, while simultaneously developing the next generation of project management talent, strengthening client relationships, and representing our firm as a strategic partner. You will partner with our multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and designers, orchestrating cross-cultural collaboration, aligning stakeholders across time zones, and incorporating regional requirements to deliver consistent, exceptional results.

Project Management Leadership & Delivery

Lead the full lifecycle management of a portfolio of complex, large-scale advanced technology and high-tech industrial projects, from initial conception through successful closeout within an integrated design-build framework. Lead day-to-day coordination with international and domestic client and delivery teams, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across all phases. Proactively define, communicate, and manage project scope, ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives; develop detailed scopes of work, manage changes effectively through formal change control processes, and anticipate potential scope creep. Develop and maintain integrated, resource-loaded project schedules utilizing tools such as Deltek Vantagepoint; track progress against milestones, identify critical path activities, and proactively implement mitigation strategies for schedule variances. Foster strong, collaborative relationships with Discipline Leads, Department Managers, and project team members across all engineering and architectural disciplines; facilitate effective communication, resolve interdisciplinary conflicts, and ensure seamless integration of design packages to meet project objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders; lead and facilitate project meetings, prepare and deliver clear and concise project status reports, and proactively communicate potential risks and opportunities. Identify potential project risks, develop comprehensive risk mitigation plans, and proactively implement strategies to minimize impact on project cost, schedule, and quality. Ensure that all project activities adhere to our quality standards, client specifications, and relevant industry codes and regulations. Provide proactive support during the construction phase, including reviewing contractor submittals, responding to RFIs, participating in construction progress meetings, performing field verifications and site walks, and ensuring design intent is met. Actively mentor and guide junior Project Managers, sharing your expertise, best practices, and lessons learned. Contribute to the development of internal project management processes and standards. Champion a strong safety culture on all projects.

Office Leadership & Culture

Serve as a visible and approachable leader within the office, cultivating a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where all employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. Act as a key representative and advocate for the office's project management function, aligning local PM goals with firm-wide strategy, values, and vision. Drive staff development and career pathing for Project Managers at all levels, identify high-potential talent, and champion professional development, PMP certification, and advanced project management training. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, organizing project management forums, lessons-learned workshops, and office-wide innovation challenges that leverage our internal AI and digital tool ecosystem. Serve as a bridge between senior firm leadership and local PM staff, communicating business updates, strategic priorities, and celebrating project and office wins to maintain transparency and alignment. Coordinate cross-discipline collaboration within the office, ensuring that Project Managers effectively break down silos between the multidisciplinary teams to enhance integrated project delivery. Oversee office facilities, space planning, and infrastructure for the project management team, ensuring a safe, functional, and inspiring workspace that supports hybrid and in-person collaboration. In partnership with firm leadership, develop and manage office-level budgets for PM training, professional development, and team-building activities.

Client, Stakeholder & Business Leadership

Cultivate and expand trusted advisor relationships with key semiconductor, high-tech, and advanced manufacturing clients, understanding their long-term capital plans, project delivery preferences, and operational challenges to position us as a partner of choice for design-build delivery. Lead or actively participate in client pursuit and capture planning, developing win themes, crafting compelling proposals, delivering client presentations, and negotiating project scopes, fees, and contract terms that balance client value with firm profitability. Represent our firm at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events, building the firm’s brand as a thought leader in complex project delivery within the high-tech facility sector. Act as the primary project delivery point of contact for local and regional stakeholders, including clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), contractor partners, and specialty consultants, navigating complex regulatory and coordination landscapes. Support the office-level business development efforts, working with business development managers and discipline leaders to identify new opportunities, build a healthy pipeline of projects, and convert leads into backlog, with a focus on expanding our footprint in advanced technology markets. Support public and community relations efforts, presenting our project delivery capabilities and successful project outcomes at planning commission meetings, community open houses, and client events, demonstrating corporate citizenship and a commitment to delivering value beyond the design.

Required

Demonstrated project management experience of 10+ years, with a significant portion focused on the design and delivery of industrial, advanced technology, or high-tech manufacturing facilities (e.g., semiconductor fabrication facilitites, data centers, or high-tech industrial facilities) within a design-build or integrated project delivery environment. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desired; additional certifications are a plus. Proven experience in office leadership, people management, or team development. Expert proficiency with project scheduling software, such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vantagepoint; experience with resource loading, critical path analysis, and earned value management is essential. Demonstrated success leading cross-cultural, cross-time-zone project teams, adept at tailoring communication styles and governance to diverse audiences; experience with multilingual environments is a plus. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate project status, risks, and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including C-level client stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of project issues and develop effective, timely solutions that keep projects on track. A proven track record of building and sustaining client relationships, contributing to business development, and leading proposal development and interviews within the advanced technology and high-tech sectors. Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive team culture and a commitment to mentoring and developing Project Managers and other technical professionals. Ability to perform field verifications and site walks in industrial environments, including the ability to navigate construction sites and potentially access elevated areas.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil/Structural, or related technical discipline) is preferred.