Senior Project Manager - Industrial Construction

London Approach; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

London Approach seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, with emphasis on design-build delivery and early client engagement.

The role ensures on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety, quality, and client satisfaction, mentoring junior staff and guiding large teams on active industrial projects in manufacturing, logistics, or cold storage sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of project management experience, including large-scale projects (> $10M).
• Experience with design-build delivery methods.
• Strong financial, scheduling, and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts including due diligence, conceptual estimating, scheduling, constructability, and stakeholder coordination.
• Develop and execute project plans, staffing strategies, and site logistics in collaboration with field teams.
• Manage master schedules, track progress, and implement corrective actions to maintain milestones.
• Oversee contract administration, including negotiation, compliance, and change management.
• Maintain full financial accountability including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and billing.
• Ensure consistent use of project management systems, documentation standards, and reporting processes.
• Enforce safety programs and regulatory compliance across all project sites.
• Serve as primary client liaison, building long-term relationships and driving repeat business.
• Lead, mentor, and develop project team members while fostering a collaborative environment.

Skills

Project leadership

Design-build

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Architecture

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, with a focus on design-build and early engagement delivery methods. This role is fully accountable for project performance across schedule, budget, quality, and safety, while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders. The position requires a hands-on leadership approach, managing project teams, mitigating risk, and driving client satisfaction. The Senior Project Manager also mentors junior staff and leads at least one large, technically complex project, often within industrial sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, or cold storage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction efforts including due diligence, conceptual estimating, scheduling, constructability, and stakeholder coordination
• Develop and execute project plans, staffing strategies, and site logistics in collaboration with field teams
• Manage master schedules, track progress, and implement corrective actions to maintain milestones
• Oversee contract administration, including negotiation, compliance, and change management
• Maintain full financial accountability including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and billing
• Ensure consistent use of project management systems, documentation standards, and reporting processes
• Enforce safety programs and regulatory compliance across all project sites
• Serve as primary client liaison, building long-term relationships and driving repeat business
• Lead, mentor, and develop project team members while fostering a collaborative environment

Key Performance Indicators

• Budget and margin performance
• Safety compliance
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Team development and retention
• Effective risk and contract management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• 10+ years of project management experience, including large-scale projects (>$10M)
• Experience with design-build delivery methods
• Strong financial, scheduling, and contract management skills
• Proficiency with tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and project management platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications (PMP, PE, AIA, or similar)
• Experience with regulated or industrial facilities