Sr Project Manager

Gilbane Building; New York (NY); On-site; USD 158,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Profit-sharing/401k plan

Investment in employee education through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building is seeking a Senior Project Manager in New York City to manage complex construction projects. This role involves leading project teams, ensuring financial outcomes, and fostering a positive work environment.

Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and have 8-12 years of experience. A competitive salary ranging from $158,000–$202,000 plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong technical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop the project safety plan with corporate safety.
• Manage project financial forecast and contract requirements.
• Lead development of project estimate and scheduling.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Industry standard software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager to serve as the on-site Gilbane manager, responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a large or complex construction project, or multiple small projects. This role will sit primarily on the job site, with occasional travel to the office for trainings, meetings, etc.

About Gilbane

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will be a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. They provide feedback and guidance to help others excel, determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. They will establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned.

Business insights are required; understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. A strategic mindset for long‑term opportunities and risks is essential. Core values alignment: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills while managing your project responsibilities. You will work with an experienced team on each job site, learning new industry skills every day, protecting and promoting the interests of both Gilbane and the client.

Responsibilities

• Develop the project safety plan with corporate safety and provide jobsite leadership.
• Develop project controls and procedures to manage complex project requirements; take ownership to mitigate high‑risk items for contract requirements.
• Manage project financial forecast, notice provisions, and billings to meet contract requirements; take corrective actions to address deviations noted in project vitals.
• Create and manage a project‑specific quality plan aligned with the Owner contract and contract documents and assist with execution.
• Create and manage a closeout plan in alignment with the contract documents and assist with execution.
• Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment, including direct supervision of work, project administration, project superintendents, and engineers to establish operational priorities.
• Develop the subcontracting strategy; review and write scopes and other deliverables to ensure the integrity of the buyout process.
• Implement and enforce all aspects of contracts; create and lead risk mitigation plan; prepare draft contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Assume accountability for the enrollment for insurance and bonds and manage the compliance process for trade contractors.
• Lead development of the project estimate and manage the project team and estimating team to meet contractual obligations.
• Lead project constructability and coordination reviews.
• Create CPM schedule for large and/or complex projects; be accountable for recognizing potential schedule impacts and drafting prevention/mitigation plans.
• Develop a basic understanding of local market areas and profiles to create and lead a networking strategy.
• Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, including performance metrics on assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Actively participate in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the "Builder of Choice."
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Interpret and translate the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 8-12 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of industry standard software and Microsoft Office (preferred).

Compensation & Benefits

Salary will be determined based on geographic location, skills, education and experience. For New York City, this ranges from $158,000–$202,000 plus benefits and a retirement program. Gilbane offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan, and investment in employee education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.