Sr. Project Manager - Public Sector Construction - Houston

Henderson Scott US; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Continuing education and professional開

Job summary

Henderson Scott US in Houston seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager or Project Executive to independently lead high-profile commercial projects for financial institutions and other large developments in the Houston market.

You will mentor PMs, partner with operations leaders to optimize execution, and drive project delivery from preconstruction to closeout across occupied or complex environments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Experience delivering financial institution, municipal, aviation, public-sector, healthcare, higher education, K-12, or other complex commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost controls, scheduling, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience mentoring Project Managers or Assistant Project Managers is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project delivery from preconstruction through owner turnover.
• Serve as primary contact for owners, architects, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, schedules, forecasts, contracts, and financial performance.
• Oversee complex commercial and public-sector projects ranging from $10M to $100M+.
• Partner with Superintendents and field leadership to keep projects on schedule and on budget.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to PM staff at Senior PM or PX level.
• Support operational initiatives and drive consistency across project teams.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, buyout activities, contracts, and change orders.
• Lead OAC meetings and communicate with all stakeholders.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract administration

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

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

Job description

Commercial Construction | Houston, TX

We are partnered with a highly respected, family-owned general contractor with a long-standing reputation throughout the Houston market. Known for delivering complex public, aviation, municipal, financial institution, and large-scale commercial projects, the company has built strong client relationships and maintains a robust backlog of work across the region. This is an opportunity for an experienced construction leader to play a key role in project delivery while helping drive operational excellence within a growing organization. The leadership team values autonomy, collaboration, and accountability, and is seeking someone who can independently lead major projects while serving as a trusted resource to both field and office teams.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking either a seasoned Senior Project Manager, or Project Executive capable of independently leading a high-profile financial institution project and future commercial developments throughout the Houston market. For candidates operating at the Senior PM or PX level, there is an opportunity to provide oversight and mentorship to multiple Project Managers while partnering closely with operations leadership to help streamline project execution and reduce day-to-day oversight requirements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commercial construction background, proven leadership experience, and the ability to successfully manage projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project delivery from preconstruction and procurement through completion and owner turnover.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, contracts, and overall financial performance.
• Independently oversee complex commercial and public-sector projects ranging from $10M-$100M+.
• Partner closely with Superintendents and field leadership to ensure projects remain on schedule, on budget, and aligned with client expectations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to project management staff when operating at the Senior PM or PX level.
• Support operational initiatives and assist in driving consistency across project teams.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, buyout activities, contract administration, and change order negotiations.
• Lead OAC meetings and maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive successful outcomes.
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, owner training, and final documentation.

What They're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Proven ability to independently manage large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Experience delivering financial institution, municipal, aviation, public-sector, healthcare, higher education, K-12, or other complex commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost controls, scheduling, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience leading project teams and managing relationships with field Superintendents.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects and stakeholders while maintaining financial and operational performance.
• Subcontractor buyout experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience mentoring Project Managers or Assistant Project Managers is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Experience managing projects in occupied, phased, or operational environments is highly preferred.
• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a stable and growing organization