SPW Senior Project Manager

DPR Construction; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced SPW project leader to oversee Self-Perform Work programs, delivering scope, schedule, cost, and quality across multiple trades and projects. You will guide SPW teams, coordinate with design and GC partners, and ensure safety, adherence to budgets, and efficient procurement.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering and 10–12 years in construction operations, with OSHA 30 preferred and a plan to complete it

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 10–12 years of experience in construction operations, project management, or field supervision.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; OSHA 30 completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads SPW project execution from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and cost objectives are met.
• Oversees planning, resource allocation, and cost management to maintain efficiency and profitability.
• Mentors SPW project teams, including PMs, engineers, and superintendents, for professional growth.
• Collaborates with design and GC teams to coordinate SPW scopes and resolve technical/logistical challenges.
• Reviews and approves project budgets, forecasts, and procurement strategies for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Ensures safety and quality programs are followed through site engagement and performance monitoring.
• Regularly assesses processes to identify performance improvements and develops best practices.

Skills

SPW leadership

Project management

Resource planning

Safety & quality programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.Job Summary:Oversees the successful delivery of Self-Perform Work (SPW) projects by leading scope, schedule, cost, and quality management across multiple related scopes, multiple projects and teams, or a single large scale/complex scope. Applies advanced technical expertise and field management experience to plan and execute complex SPW operations—including concrete, drywall, framing, and other trades—ensuring alignment with DPR Construction’s standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. Leads and develops SPW project teams to drive high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement in self-perform delivery. Engages in resource strategy, partner relationship management, and business unit objectives to advance DPR’s capabilities as a whole and contribute to excellent project execution.Key Responsibilities:Leads SPW project execution from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring all scope, schedule, and cost objectives are achieved.Oversees project planning, resource allocation, and cost management to maintain operational efficiency and profitability.Manages and mentors SPW project teams, including project managers, project engineers, and superintendents, to promote professional growth.Collaborates with design and general contracting teams to coordinate SPW scopes and resolve technical and logistical challenges.Reviews and approves project budgets, forecasts, and procurement strategies for materials, labor, and equipment.Ensures adherence to DPR Construction’s safety and quality programs through regular site engagement and performance monitoring.Regularly assess processes and practices to look for ways to improve performance. Develops best practices and ensures team adherence to those best practices to strengthen SPW operations.Education Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.Work Experience:10–12 years of experience in construction operations, project management, or field supervision required.5 or more years of experience managing Self-Perform Work (SPW) projects or trades such as concrete, drywall, or framing required.Certifications and Licenses:Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.Anticipated starting pay range:$230,000.00- $200,000.00Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programsfor skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates .DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .