Senior Project Manager – Construction

Unified Building Group; Broomfield, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Building Group is a nationwide construction firm headquartered in Broomfield, CO, delivering new build and renovation projects across telecom, education, power, energy, restaurant, commercial, and residential sectors. We seek a Senior Project Manager to own the full lifecycle from pre-construction through closeout, coordinating executive stakeholders and clients.

The role focuses on strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management, and mentorship of junior staff, with extensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive construction project management experience, 3+ years in a Senior Project Manager/leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering multiple large-scale projects ($10M+).

Responsibilities

• Lead development of project execution plans, master schedules, and critical path.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and procurement strategies to meet financial goals.
• Identify and mitigate high-impact project risks; negotiate complex contracts and change orders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Ethical standards

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Smartsheet

Google Spaces

Job description

Unified Building Group is a nationally licensed construction company headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado. We specialize in new and renovation projects of all sizes including telecommunications, educational, power, energy, restaurant, commercial and residential. All of our projects are built with proven industry standard methodologies to ensure successful project delivery. We pride ourselves on being a next generation and progressive construction firm.

Your way to impact:

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Project Manager to independently lead the execution of multiple, large-scale, and complex construction projects nationwide. This role involves full lifecycle ownership from pre-construction through closeout, focusing on strategic planning, financial oversight, advanced risk management, and the mentorship of junior staff. The SR Project Manager is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety, serving as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders and clients.

• Strategic Project Leadership and Planning:
  • Lead the development of comprehensive project execution plans, master timelines, detailed work breakdown structures, and critical path analysis.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and procurement strategies to ensure financial goals are met.
• Advanced Risk and Contract Management:
  • Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate high-impact project risks.
  • Manage and negotiate complex contracts, subcontracts, and all change orders, ensuring compliance and favorable terms.
• Executive Communication and Client Relations:
  • Serve as the primary, high-level communication liaison with clients, executive leadership, regulatory bodies, and major trade partners.
  • Provide clear, concise, and professional executive-level status reports and presentations.
• Team Oversight and Mentorship:
  • Provide direction and mentorship to Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators.
  • Oversee all project documentation, RFI, and Submittal processes, delegating administrative tasks while maintaining accountability for accuracy and timely flow.
• Administrative Tasks:
  • Overseeing RFIs, Submittals, and schedule updates
• Site Visits:
  • Traveling to sites to meet with owners, inspectors, or subcontractors to discuss project details and scope. (Around 70% expected travel)

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in managing construction projects, with at least 3 years in a Senior Project Manager or equivalent leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple, large-scale projects ($10M+).
• Expert knowledge of construction methods, advanced estimating, financial management, and applicable safety regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and complex problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel extensively (70%+) and manage projects across diverse geographic locations.
• Proficiency in advanced project management software (e.g., Procore, Smartsheet) and Google Spaces.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What will make you successful at UBG:

• Maintain confidentiality of financial specifications of projects
• Team player/leader, communicator and collaborator
• Problem Solver and analytical thinker
• Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
• Effective with time management and multitasking
• Demonstrate ethical and professional business practices
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Working conditions

Broomfield, CO office, Travel is expected for this position.

This is a full-time position, responsible to the UBG Executive team.

Physical requirements

Largely a sedentary role, bending or standing as necessary. Must occasionally lift and carry objects up to 10 pounds. Use of hands to operate a computer keyboard and office equipment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. They may change at any time with or without notice.