Sr. Project Manager

SST Direct; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Building Envelope to join their team in Gaithersburg, MD. This role involves leading complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring they meet budget and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of project management experience in the building envelope sector, managing client relationships, overseeing subcontractors, and maintaining schedules. Competitive salary and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in building envelope or related fields.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects from inception to completion.
• Understanding of budget management and AIA contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects ensuring they meet schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Manage client relationships as primary contact throughout project lifecycle.
• Oversee subcontractors, scheduling, and project documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Construction management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Building Envelope

Maryland, Virginia & Washington, DC (Travel Required)

Direct Hire Opportunity with Superior Skilled Trades

Full-Time

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a leading specialty contractor focused on custom building envelope solutions, including curtain wall, architectural wall systems, and glazing. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven construction professional with strong leadership skills and extensive experience managing complex commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from preconstruction through final closeout while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review contracts, develop project budgets, and oversee project financial performance.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, procurement, scheduling, and field operations.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation.
• Conduct progress meetings and ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and project teams.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, estimating, and field teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive project management experience within the building envelope, curtain wall, glazing, or architectural facade industry.
• Strong background managing commercial construction projects from start to finish.
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Working knowledge of AIA contracts and subcontract management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and construction management software.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent industry experience).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Direct hire opportunity with a stable, growing organization
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Challenging, high-profile commercial projects throughout the MD, VA, and DC region

If you're an experienced construction professional with a background in building envelope systems and a passion for leading successful projects, we'd love to hear from you.