Senior Project Manager - Technology/Life Science

McGough; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Generous retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

A construction management firm based in Minnesota is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects within the Technology and Life Science sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of project management experience and a strong ability to foster relationships with clients and partners. This role involves a mix of office-based and fieldwork, along with the opportunity to mentor junior staff. The salary range is competitive, offering between $125,000 to $175,000 depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing large and/or simultaneous projects.
• Experience building strong partnerships with external partners.
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage key projects from inception through deployment.
• Ensure project financials and client satisfaction are prioritized.
• Coach and mentor project management staff.

Skills

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Detail-oriented

Strong computer skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Education

Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

Senior Project Manager - Technology / Life Science

The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) will plan and lead key projects or multiple projects from inception through deployment, providing day‑to‑day management and oversight of project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, cost and scope. In addition to managing projects, a Sr. PM is responsible for:

• The success and profitability of projects
  • Successful management of project financials, including fee retention
  • Client satisfaction
• Leading by example and promoting the McGough way
• Guiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their career
• Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers
• Championing company initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

• Four‑year degree in Construction Management or related degree
• 10+ years managing large and/or simultaneous projects, specifically including projects within the Technology/Life Science and/or Healthcare Sectors.
• Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Thorough and detail‑oriented
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task within time constraints
• Self‑starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills, including Excel

Preferred:

• Estimating and field experience a plus
• Experience with projects that included self‑performed scopes
• Scheduling experience preferred

Office and Travel

Office: Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.

Travel: In addition to regional meetings, overnight travel may be involved.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development
  • Take lead in responding to RFPs with Marketing
  • Take lead in interview preparation
  • Take lead in preconstruction effort
  • Client relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Owner's representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)
  • Lead/coordinate page turn
  • Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work
  • Verify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction process
  • Promotion of other McGough services (Industrial, FM, Development, etc.)
• McGough Self‑Performed Work
  • Understand and oversee quantity take‑offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipment
  • Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs
  • Oversee IBM labor and project forecast preparation and reporting
  • Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)
  • Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our work
• Estimating and Bidding
  • Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimating
  • Lead estimate presentation to owner/design team
  • Review proposed subcontractors prior to presenting to owner
  • Final review/sign subcontractors
• Scheduling
  • Last Planner coach/champion
  • Lead preconstruction scheduling effort
  • Construction schedule review and oversight
• Project Oversight
  • Understand project staffing needs and make sure proper resources are involved
  • Review and understand project financial condition and profitability (IBM)
  • Assure the safety protocols are in place and adhered to
  • Regular jobsite walks with McGough project staff
  • Understand the requirements of our Owner's contract, as well as Subcontractors
• Project Management Oversight
  • Coach/Mentor project management staff
  • Understand specific training needs of staff
  • Review and understand global project management staffing needs and available resourcesEnsure project management staff is mentoring at all levels
• Post‑Construction
  • Ensure cost history information is uploaded
  • Follow up with owner on lessons learned, strengths/weaknesses
  • Ensure internal "lessons learned" meeting is held
• Other Responsibilities
  • Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)
  • Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
  • Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms
  • Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
  • Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position
  • Actively participate in company-sponsored events
  • Perform functions of Project Manager as may be necessary for project success
  • Support and follow standard of work
  • Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.

Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $175,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.