Strategic Construction Project Leader

DPR Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead delivery from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance. You will coordinate with clients, designers, and trade partners to meet strategic goals and operational excellence.

You will mentor project managers and engineers, implement project execution plans, manage risk, and promote DPR values across all project phases.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of construction project management experience.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience managing large, complex projects (commercial, healthcare, life sciences, or advanced technology).

Responsibilities

• Oversee full project lifecycle from award to final completion.
• Direct project teams including project managers, engineers, and field staff.
• Build client and partner relationships to promote collaboration.
• Review major project decisions with executives and leadership.
• Lead risk management and mitigation.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Risk management

Mentoring

Client relations

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

DPR Construction seeks a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead delivery from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance. You will coordinate with clients, designers, and trade partners to meet strategic goals and operational excellence.

You will mentor project managers and engineers, implement project execution plans, manage risk, and promote DPR values across all project phases.