Senior Project Manager/Operations Manager

Australia-Employment; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision

14 days PTO

Long-term career growth

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Operational impact opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Operations Manager in Austin, TX. This hands-on leadership role oversees day‑to‑day construction operations with ~17 office and field leaders, driving safe, on‑time, on‑budget project delivery and strong client relationships.

The role requires a proven commercial construction leader with the ability to manage projects, develop people, and solve problems while partnering with ownership for strategic growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive commercial construction experience.
• Experience overseeing both office and field personnel.
• Strong project financial, scheduling, cost control knowledge.
• Ability to read construction plans, contracts, schedules.
• Hands-on leadership with ownership interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership across construction operations.
• Oversee and support ~17 office and field leaders.
• Establish execution expectations, accountability, and performance.
• Identify operational challenges and devise practical solutions.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and profitability of projects.
• Coach and develop project managers, superintendents, and staff.
• Collaborate with ownership to drive strategic results.

Skills

Construction leadership

Team leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

Senior Project Manager/Operations Manager

$150000 - $165000 per year | Austin, TX | On-site | Permanent

Lead From the Front: Drive Construction Operations, Develop Leaders & Make a Direct Impact on the Business

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established, privately owned specialty contractor with more than two decades of experience delivering high-quality commercial and architectural construction projects throughout Texas and surrounding markets.

The company has built its reputation on craftsmanship, attention to detail, dependable project execution, and strong relationships with its customers and partners. Its full-service approach brings estimating, project management, field supervision, and client coordination together to deliver projects safely, on time, and on budget.

This is an established organization with an entrepreneurial culture where experienced construction leaders are trusted to make decisions, solve problems, develop people, and have a meaningful impact on the business.

Why join us?

A True Leadership Opportunity

This is more than a traditional Senior Project Manager position. You will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the company, providing leadership, direction, accountability, and support to approximately 17 office and field leaders, including project management, estimating, superintendent, and other operational personnel.

Hands-On, Not Hands-Off

This company is looking for a leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get involved. You won't be sitting behind a desk simply reviewing reports.

You'll work directly with project teams, superintendents, customers, and leadership to identify problems, make decisions, improve execution, and keep projects moving.

Direct Access to Ownership

You will work closely with company leadership and have a significant voice in how the business operates. This is an opportunity to join an established company while still having the autonomy and influence typically associated with a smaller, entrepreneurial organization.

Lead and Develop People

You will have direct influence over a team of approximately 17 office and field leaders. The company is looking for someone who can develop people, establish accountability, raise performance standards, and help build the next generation of construction leaders.

Masonry Experience Is NOT Required

While our client is a specialized masonry contractor, masonry experience is not required for this position.

The company understands that strong construction leadership fundamentals transfer across trades and is willing to teach the right leader the masonry side of the business.

Candidates from commercial general contracting or other specialty subcontracting environments are encouraged to apply.

Competitive Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 14 days of PTO
• Additional company benefits
• Long-term career growth opportunity
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and ownership
• Opportunity to make a meaningful operational impact

Job Details

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager who will serve as a key operational leader within the organization.

While the position carries the Senior Project Manager title, the scope extends well beyond traditional project management. This individual will help oversee the day-to-day construction operations of the company, providing leadership and guidance to approximately 17 office and field leaders.

The successful candidate will be a proven commercial construction leader who understands how to manage projects, develop people, solve problems, establish accountability, and drive results.

This is a hands-on leadership position. The right person will be comfortable getting into the details when necessary, working alongside project managers and superintendents, visiting jobsites, addressing issues in real time, and helping teams execute at a higher level.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and accountability across construction operations
• Oversee and support approximately 17 office and field leaders, including project managers, superintendents, and other key personnel
• Establish clear expectations for project execution, communication, accountability, and performance
• Identify operational challenges and work directly with teams to develop practical solutions
• Ensure projects are being executed safely, efficiently, and profitably
• Serve as a key escalation point for complex project and field issues
• Work closely with company leadership to improve operational performance and overall business results

Project Management

• Provide senior-level oversight of active commercial construction projects
• Review project schedules, budgets, costs, change orders, contracts, and overall project performance
• Ensure project managers have the resources, information, and support needed to successfully execute their work
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify schedule, cost, staffing, and execution risks
• Participate in key client meetings and help maintain strong customer relationships
• Assist with project turnover from estimating/preconstruction through completion and closeout
• Step into projects when necessary to resolve issues or provide additional leadership

Field Operations

• Work closely with superintendents and field leadership to ensure projects are progressing according to schedule and quality expectations
• Visit jobsites and maintain visibility into field operations
• Help establish consistent standards for safety, quality, productivity, scheduling, and communication
• Partner with field leaders to resolve manpower, scheduling, coordination, and execution challenges
• Ensure office and field teams remain aligned throughout the project lifecycle

Leadership & Team Development

• Coach, mentor, and develop project managers, superintendents, and other operational leaders
• Identify strengths and development opportunities across the team
• Establish accountability while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Help develop processes and best practices that improve consistency and performance
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and development of key operational personnel
• Build a culture where people take ownership of their projects and responsibilities

Business & Performance Management

• Monitor operational KPIs and project performance metrics
• Review forecasting, financial performance, project margins, and overall workload
• Help leadership identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the business
• Improve communication and coordination between estimating, project management, field operations, and leadership
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous operational improvement

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive commercial construction experience
• Proven experience in a senior project management, operations management, or construction leadership role
• Strong understanding of commercial construction project execution
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop construction professionals
• Experience overseeing both office and field personnel
• Strong project financial, scheduling, cost control, and change management knowledge
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, contracts, schedules, and project documentation
• Strong understanding of safety, quality, productivity, and field execution
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to hold people accountable while maintaining strong relationships
• Comfortable working directly with ownership and senior leadership
• Willingness to be hands‑on and involved in the details
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Masonry experience is NOT required

Ideal Background

• Commercial General Contractor
• Concrete
• Structural Steel
• Roofing
• Glass/Glazing
• Drywall/Interiors
• Mechanical/MEP
• Electrical
• Other commercial specialty contractors

The common denominator is not the trade—it is strong commercial construction leadership experience.

We're looking for someone who has progressed beyond simply managing their own projects and is ready to influence the performance of an entire construction operation.

The Right Personality

• Leads by example
• Doesn’t mind getting into the weeds
• Is comfortable walking a jobsite and talking with a superintendent one minute and reviewing project financials the next
• Can make decisions without needing constant direction
• Develops people rather than simply managing them
• Holds teams accountable
• Communicates directly and honestly
• Is comfortable in an entrepreneurial environment
• Takes ownership when something isn’t working
• Wants to make the business better, not simply manage their assigned projects

If you’re a senior commercial construction leader who wants a bigger operational impact while remaining close to the work, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

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