Senior Project Manager (Full-Time)

Penhall International; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Penhall Company in Irving, TX is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high‑value construction projects nationwide. You will own financial performance, contract strategy, risk management, and client relationships, mentoring teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include strategic oversight of multiple projects, scheduling, cost control, and ensuring contractual alignment, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing large-scale heavy civil, demolition, or specialty subcontracting projects.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control, forecasting, and financial management.
• Deep expertise in contract administration, claims management, and risk mitigation.
• Strong experience with project scheduling, critical path analysis, and multi‑project coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management / cost control systems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects and stakeholders simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, complex construction projects using advanced project management principles and methodologies.
• Provide strategic oversight and direction to project teams, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and contractual obligations.
• Oversee multiple projects or high-value projects simultaneously, ensuring consistency in execution and performance.
• Establish and enforce accountability across Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Own full financial performance of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost-to-complete projections.
• Lead high-level cost reviews and ensure alignment between operations and financial outcomes.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities; implement strategies to protect and improve project margins.
• Oversee and approve change orders, claims, and cost recovery strategies.
• Provide expert-level contract management, including interpretation of complex contract terms and risk allocation.
• Lead strategy for RFIs, change orders, delay claims, and dispute resolution.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, including differing site conditions and third‑party impacts.
• Ensure strong contractual positioning through disciplined documentation and communication practices.
• Oversee development and management of project schedules and critical path activities.
• Ensure alignment between scheduling, field execution, and contractual milestones.
• Drive mitigation strategies for schedule risks and delays.
• Serve as senior point of contact for clients, general contractors, and executive stakeholders.
• Lead high‑level project meetings, negotiations, and issue resolution discussions.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and junior staff.
• Drive adoption of best practices, standards, and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Support organizational initiatives, including process improvements and operational excellence.
• Champion and enforce Penhall's safety‑first culture across all projects.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Heavy civil project management

Cost control & forecasting

Contract administration & riskmitig

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software tools

Job description

Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertise - we deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state‑of‑the‑art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.

Position Description

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and execution of complex, high‑value construction projects across Penhall Company's nationwide operations. This role oversees all phases of project delivery, including financial performance, contract strategy, risk management, and client relationships. The Senior Project Manager plays a critical role in driving project success, mentoring teams, and ensuring consistent execution across multiple projects and locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, complex construction projects using advanced project management principles and methodologies.
• Provide strategic oversight and direction to project teams, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and contractual obligations.
• Oversee multiple projects or high-value projects simultaneously, ensuring consistency in execution and performance.
• Establish and enforce accountability across Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Own full financial performance of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost-to-complete projections.
• Lead high-level cost reviews and ensure alignment between operations and financial outcomes.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities; implement strategies to protect and improve project margins.
• Oversee and approve change orders, claims, and cost recovery strategies.
• Provide expert-level contract management, including interpretation of complex contract terms and risk allocation.
• Lead strategy for RFIs, change orders, delay claims, and dispute resolution.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, including differing site conditions and third‑party impacts.
• Ensure strong contractual positioning through disciplined documentation and communication practices.
• Oversee development and management of project schedules and critical path activities.
• Ensure alignment between scheduling, field execution, and contractual milestones.
• Drive mitigation strategies for schedule risks and delays.
• Serve as senior point of contact for clients, general contractors, and executive stakeholders.
• Lead high‑level project meetings, negotiations, and issue resolution discussions.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and junior staff.
• Drive adoption of best practices, standards, and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Support organizational initiatives, including process improvements and operational excellence.
• Champion and enforce Penhall's safety‑first culture across all projects.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Position Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• Extensive experience managing large-scale heavy civil, demolition, or specialty subcontracting projects.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control, forecasting, and financial management.
• Deep expertise in contract administration, claims management, and risk mitigation.
• Strong experience with project scheduling, critical path analysis, and multi‑project coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management / cost control systems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects and stakeholders simultaneously.

Essential Core Competencies

• Leadership: Drives team performance, accountability, and successful project outcomes across multiple projects.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and align project execution with business objectives.
• Financial Acumen: Expert‑level management of budgets, forecasting, and margin performance.
• Contract & Risk Management: Advanced understanding of contracts, claims, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Communication Skills: Highly effective communicator with executive presence.
• Team Development: Mentors and develops talent across project teams.
• Adaptability: Thrives in complex, fast‑paced, and high‑visibility environments.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent field experience). 10+ years of project management experience in construction, with significant focus in heavy civil, demolition, or self‑perform environments.

Proven experience managing large, complex, multi‑million‑dollar projects and/or multiple projects simultaneously.

Demonstrated success leading teams across multiple locations and delivering strong financial performance.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Ability to walk job sites when necessary.

May be required to travel to job sites and other locations.

Work Environment & Travel

Remote work flexibility based on project phase and business needs. Travel is required and driven by project demands, including short‑term visits and extended onsite assignments. Per diem, lodging, and travel accommodations provided as applicable. Ability to work extended hours and weekends as required to meet project demands.

Equal Opportunity Employer Legal Disclaimer

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

Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))

AI-Assisted Hiring and Automated Decision Tool Disclosure

The Company may use Artificial Intelligence (\"AI\") , machine learning technologies, and/or automated decision‑making tools to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including reviewing applications, resumes, assessments, and candidate qualifications. These tools are used to support the evaluation process and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions.

All employment decisions are ultimately made by qualified Company representatives. The Company maintains human oversight of hiring decisions and does not permit automated systems to make final employment determinations independently.

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local employment, privacy, and anti‑discrimination laws. The Company does not intentionally use AI systems in a manner that unlawfully discriminates against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodations, alternative evaluation methods, or additional information regarding the Company's use of automated tools by contacting Human Resources.