Senior Project Manager — Lead High-End Commercial Projects

JRM Construction Management; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction Management in California seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead project direction, planning, and financial outcomes. You will mentor on-site teams, drive strategy, and ensure client satisfaction across complex interiors/high-end projects.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a track record of delivering multi-project programs on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management or related bachelor's degree, or possess equivalent years of related experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in interiors or high-end projects, preferably in commercial or corporate spaces.
• Working knowledge of construction disciplines, contracts, cost control, scheduling, and safety regulations.
• Understanding of New York Metro market and construction contracts, retention and releases.
• 30-Hour OSHA and 4-Hour Scaffold User Certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Procore and Timberline is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary accountability for project success, acting as lead liaison among client, design team, consultants and subcontractors.
• Lead project strategy, staffing, and execution to align with client expectations and company objectives.
• Oversee project administration, change orders, document control, meetings, and closeout.
• Own financial performance including budgets, forecasts, cost reporting and profitability.
• Manage billing, receivables, and subcontractor financials with proactive issue resolution.
• Identify and mitigate risks, delays, scope gaps, and claims with leadership.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and aim for repeat business.
• Mentor APMs and PMs with oversight of performance and development.
• Oversee multiple projects or lead large, complex efforts with full delivery responsibility.
• Coordinate construction activities with field leadership for schedule adherence.
• Support high-level decisions with executive leadership on high-risk projects.
• Ensure contract, safety, and company standard compliance across all projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team mentoring

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Timberline

Job description

JRM Construction Management in California seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead project direction, planning, and financial outcomes. You will mentor on-site teams, drive strategy, and ensure client satisfaction across complex interiors/high-end projects.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a track record of delivering multi-project programs on time and within budget.