Senior Project Manager: Large-Scale Operations & Risk

IES Communications; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications in Texas seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large, high‑risk contract projects worth $1M+ and mentor the PMO community. You will coordinate operations, ensure safety, quality, and financial performance, and act as escalation point with management.

The role requires seven years of supervisory experience, five years in telecom/construction, and proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets. Travel to jobsites is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in telecommunications or related field.
• Experience managing large, complex projects over $1M.
• Experience mentoring other Project Managers.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule and budget.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, support, and report on large, high‑risk projects focusing on risk management, profit margins, safety, quality, and client experience.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and engage in major project escalations until resolution.
• Track project financials, KPIs, forecasting, and staffing to ensure profitable delivery.
• Mentor and coach junior Project Managers to enhance skills and development.
• Represent PMO in handoffs and meetings for Tier 5 levels; manage workload distribution.
• Review job costs, invoicing, collections, and financial reporting to customers and management.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and customer delivery standards.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Wrike

Smartsheet

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

IES Communications in Texas seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large, high‑risk contract projects worth $1M+ and mentor the PMO community. You will coordinate operations, ensure safety, quality, and financial performance, and act as escalation point with management.

The role requires seven years of supervisory experience, five years in telecom/construction, and proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets. Travel to jobsites is required.