Senior Project Manager - Columbus Construction

Michael Page; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Generous PTO

Wellness resources

Job summary

MPI in Columbus is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of commercial projects across sectors. You will own the project lifecycle from preconstruction to turnover, with autonomy to influence outcomes and grow your career within a people-first firm.

You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, and documentation while coordinating with clients, designers, and field teams. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and strong leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager on commercial construction projects.
• Diverse project experience including ground-up construction, renovations, occupied facilities, or campus environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, scheduling, procurement, cost control, and contract administration.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with clients, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and field teams.
• Experience coordinating complex scopes, including MEP/FP systems and phased construction.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software.
• Highly organized, proactive, and solutions-focused with excellent leadership abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from preconstruction planning through final turnover.
• Develop and manage project budgets, buyouts, forecasting, and cost controls to ensure financial success.
• Build and maintain detailed project schedules while coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, procurement, change orders, project reporting, and other critical documentation.
• Collaborate closely with field leadership to support jobsite safety, quality, logistics, and project sequencing.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and design teams, leading OAC meetings and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Identify project risks early and implement strategic solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Lead project closeout activities, including punch lists, commissioning support, and turnover documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Client relationship-building

MEP/FP coordination

Procore proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent industry experience

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Build your career with one of Columbus's most respected contractors, known for delivering standout projects and investing in the people behind them. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead a diverse portfolio of commercial projects across multiple sectors, enjoy the freedom to make an impact, and have the support and autonomy to grow your career in the direction you choose.

Our client is a well-established regional general contractor known throughout Ohio for delivering exceptional projects while putting people first. Their reputation has been built on integrity, craftsmanship, and a commitment to creating an environment where employees are empowered to succeed.

Team members stay here because they're trusted to make decisions, supported by approachable leadership, and provided with clear opportunities for professional growth. Whether your long-term goal is executive leadership or becoming a technical expert in construction management, you'll have the mentorship, resources, and project exposure to shape your own career path.

If you're looking for a company where your voice matters and your contributions are recognized, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from preconstruction planning through final turnover
• Develop and manage project budgets, buyouts, forecasting, and cost controls to ensure financial success
• Build and maintain detailed project schedules while coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, procurement, change orders, project reporting, and other critical documentation
• Collaborate closely with field leadership to support jobsite safety, quality, logistics, and project sequencing
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and design teams, leading OAC meetings and fostering long-term partnerships
• Identify project risks early and implement strategic solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget
• Lead project closeout activities, including punch lists, commissioning support, and turnover documentation

Profile

You Must Have:

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager on commercial construction projects
• Diverse project experience including ground-up construction, renovations, occupied facilities, or campus environments
• Strong expertise in budgeting, scheduling, procurement, cost control, and contract administration
• Excellent relationship-building skills with clients, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and field teams
• Experience coordinating complex scopes, including MEP/FP systems and phased construction
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software
• Highly organized, proactive, and solutions-focused with excellent leadership abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent industry experience

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary: $125,000-$155,000 plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, retirement plan with company match, generous PTO, and wellness resources
• A people-first culture where your ideas are valued and your career development is a priority
• Clear advancement opportunities with the flexibility to pursue leadership or specialized project management roles
• A stable pipeline of diverse commercial projects across healthcare, institutional, mixed-use, community, and commercial sectors
• Leadership that genuinely values work-life balance, mentorship, collaboration, and long-term employee success
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.