Sr. Project Manager - Commercial

KB Search Team, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Manager for commercial construction in the Fort Wayne, IN area. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, scheduling, budgeting, safety, and client relations to deliver projects within a 90-mile radius of the central office.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in commercial-industrial construction, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience with industry software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.
• 10+ years of experience in commercial-industrial construction and project management.
• Thorough knowledge of construction aspects, including technology, equipment and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents to ensure progress and quality.
• Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills.
• Proven track record of fostering collaboration among managers, supervisors, superintendents, and clients.
• Experience with Adobe, Bluebeam, Procore and Timberline.
• Willingness to work 10-hour days.
• Experience in an EOS-driven organization.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and represent the company in key meetings.
• Lead internal teams by setting expectations, resolving conflicts, and promoting collaboration.
• Develop and manage project schedules across multiple projects and flag delays early.
• Oversee budgets, cost tracking, and analyze labor and material usage.
• Oversee site operations, resolve major issues, and mentor project teams.
• Set and enforce quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage major contracts and advise on structure, risks, and compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture through safety plans, training, and accountability improvements.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Adobe

Bluebeam

Procore

Timberline

Job description

Currently looking for a Sr. Project Manager - Commercial Construction to fill a position in the Fort Wayne, IN area for a Commercial Construction Firm client. This role is best for a hands-on problem solver who takes initiative rather than waiting to be directed — someone who sees what needs to be done and does it. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills, and excel in collaboration and clear communication. A self-directed, goal-oriented mindset, integrity, and accountability are essential for success. Relocation assistance offered.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead support staff, field supervisors, and personnel through the successful management of assigned projects. The company's goal is to always have team safety and well-being in mind. We aim for projects within a 90-mile radius of the central office so our people can go home at the end of the workday.

Sr. Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Build strong client relationships through clear communication, representing the company in key meetings to align execution with client goals.
• Lead and support internal teams by setting expectations, resolving conflicts, and encouraging collaboration.
• Develop and manage project schedules across multiple projects, identifying delays early and helping teams resolve timing conflicts.
• Oversee budgets, approve key financial items, support cost tracking, and analyze labor and material usage to improve future planning.
• Oversee site operations, resolve major issues, and mentor project teams on consistent and effective site management.
• Set and enforce quality standards, review inspection results, and drive continuous improvement in quality processes.
• Manage major contracts, resolve complex issues, and advise teams on contract structure, risks, and compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture by reviewing safety plans, ensuring quick issue resolution, and leading safety training and accountability improvements.

Sr. Project Manager Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management/Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience in commercial-industrial construction and project management.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods).
• Technical ability to understand and interpret construction documents (plans, specifications, scope of work) to ensure construction progress and its quality.
• Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills required.
• Proven track record to cultivate working relationships with managers, supervisors, superintendents, fellow workers, and clients to encourage cooperative team environment and professional approach.
• Experience with Adobe, Bluebeam, Procore & Timberline
• Ability to implement and follow Company policies, procedures and standards is essential.
• Willing to work 10 hour days.
• Comfort working within an EOS-driven organization

Sr. Project Manager Benefits:

• Sr. Project Manager Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000
  
• Medical benefits covering 90% of employee premiums and 40% for dependents
• Paid vacation and wellness time
• Traditional and Roth 401k, 100% match up to 4%, Immediately vested
• Take home vehicle
• Structured Bonus Plan
• Education reimbursement for employees, based on qualifications
• Business expenses and mileage reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunity