Sr. Project Manager

Riggs Distler; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package

Paid Time Off

Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading construction company in Boston is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Heavy Industrial Construction projects. The ideal candidate will lead multi-discipline teams, ensure project alignment with customer specifications, and oversee project execution from start to finish. This full-time role requires extensive project management experience and strong leadership skills to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of related multi- and/or large project management experience in construction or environmental industries.
• Experience in Heavy Industrial and Life Science mechanical construction and services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage large multi-discipline projects ensuring specifications, objectives, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Liaison with customers providing progress updates and support.
• Monitor project development, safety, and quality control on-site.

Skills

Project management

Strong planning and analysis

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Negotiation skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or similar field

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Primavera

Job description

Base Pay Range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Senior Project Manager | Heavy Industrial Construction

Summary

Join Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. a leader in the construction industry with over a century of service supporting America’s most important infrastructure projects in the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic regions of the United States. Riggs Distler has a reputation as an employer of choice in the industry and promotes a safe, exciting, and team‑oriented work environment, empowering people to grow and evolve with our business.

As the Senior Project Manager of Capital Projects, you will oversee large and multi‑discipline projects and provide direction for the multi‑business unit project team to ensure the projects align with Customer specifications, objectives, timelines and budgets. This position will involve managing projects in New England. The salary range is $150,000.00 – $180,000.00.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Time Off
• Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
• Company Paid: Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Reviews project scope and quotes from the Estimating Managers or BU Managers for full understanding of outcome goals and overall costs
• Manages large and/or multi‑discipline projects from start to finish ensuring customer specifications, objectives, timelines and budgets are met
• Liaisons with the customer on a regular basis to provide progress updates, exchange ideas, answer questions, and meet the customer’s expectations in every way
• Oversee the projects and various project team members, providing direction, leadership, mentoring, and day‑to‑day management support in accordance with project priorities
• Manages the projects onsite to monitor the development of the project, safety, and quality control to ensure all periodic milestones and cost elements are met
• Maintains oversight of applicable project documentation including samples, plans and specifications, contracts, change orders and pricing changes, etc. to ensure project remains on course with most up‑to‑date specifications
• Analyzes progress reports, cost to complete, and other weekly and/or month‑end supporting documentation to ensure specifications and expenses fall within the prescribed guidelines
• Oversee project invoicing, including timesheets, resources and material allocations, expenses, and accounts receivable collections to verify proper billing processes are followed and budgets remain in‑line
• Facilitates client walk‑through(s) of project sites to maintain customer satisfaction
• Administers high‑quality, timely and excellent customer service to promote the organization as an industry leader

Education, Skills, Experience Needed

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or similar field; will consider equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 15 + years of related multi‑ and/or large project management experience in construction or environmental industries preferred
• Experience in Heavy Industrial, Power Generation, Natural Gas, and Life Science mechanical construction and services is preferred
• Strong ability in planning, analysis, project management, and processes; first‑rate organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize, multi‑task, with excellent attention to details and follow through to ensure successful projects every time. Strong knowledge of estimating, construction, design, finance, and budgeting. Strong ability to manage outcomes on projects for success
• Excellent MS Office and construction management software skills; Primavera experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present well and collaborate with clients in a professional way. Able to mentor, lead, and train others
• Strong customer focus; excellent ability to handle multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy; advanced leadership and mentoring abilities; excellent negotiation and influencing skills; highly accountable with a strong quality & safety focus; able to work through conflict; flexible and adaptable to change; supportive of a team

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Riggs Distler & Company, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management, Business Development, and Quality Assurance

Industries

Utilities and Construction