Traveling Construction Senior Project Manager (Midwest)

Superior; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Long Term Disability

Vacation/PTO

401K Plan

Health Savings Account

Maternity and Parental Leave

Job summary

Superior is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead electrical construction projects in the Midwest region, based from Columbus. You will coordinate resources, schedules, and safety while partnering with the Superintendent and Foremen to drive on-time project completion and client satisfaction.

The role requires strong cost control, risk management, and clear communication with clients and executives. Occasional travel to project sites nationwide is expected, with compensation reflecting base

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Construction Management degree or related certification preferred.
• Experience with design-build, hard bid, and negotiated projects around $50M+.
• Knowledge of construction management software and safety standards (OSHA 10/30).

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and provide clear communication to stakeholders.
• Mitigate risks and elevate issues with rapid solutions to leadership.
• Maintain client trust through proactive communication and collaboration.
• Oversee project finances: billing, setup, cost control, change orders, and cost-to-complete.
• Ensure adherence to the full project schedule from kickoff to closeout.
• Chair project meetings with customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate materials and negotiate changes to project scope.
• Maintain high safety standards on all job sites.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Construction Management Program certificate

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Department: Project Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbus

Compensation: $220,000 - $280,000 / year

Description

Position:

Senior Project Manager

Reports to:

Project Executive

Project Assignment:

Midwest Region

Pay Range

$220,000 - $280,000*

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates.

• Estimated total pay range includes base salary, vehicle allowance, project-based per diem, and eligibility for an annual incentive. Actual total compensation will vary depending on project location and travel requirements

Superior is looking for a Senior Project Manager to help drive our electrical construction projects forward. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing construction projects, scheduling resources, ensuring that budgets and timelines are met, and working closely with the Superintendent and Foremen to ensure the successful progress and completion of the project.

Important Note For Applicants

This role will begin on a jobsite in the Midwest, with the opportunity to support future projects in other markets as business needs evolve.

This role requires flexibility and willingness to travel and temporarily reside near project sites for extended project assignments. Potential jobsite locations may include Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, and/or Wisconsin.

This position is only open to candidates whose permanent primary residence is one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

If you are located within 90 miles of the job site, you would not be eligible for some traveler compensation incentives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead our project team(s) and provide clear communication and guidance to team members, vendors, clients, and executives
• Mitigate and manage project risk, and elevate concerns – and solutions – quickly to Project Operations and Field Operations leadership
• Maintain and grow the trust of clients by cultivating relationships, communicating swiftly, collaborating, and solving challenges
• Oversee all project finance requirements and lead the team through accurate billings, project setup, project buy-out, project cost control, change order management, and cost-to-complete
• Ensure compliance with the full project schedule from project kickoff to project closeout
• Chair project meetings including planning, progress updates, and reviews with customers
• Work with departments across the organization to ensure that project materials are available and in place as needed
• Own the full scope of the project contract and negotiate changes as needed
• Maintain a high degree of safety on our work across the jobsite

Your Expertise

• Required: You have at least 8 years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Bonus Points: You earned your Construction Management degree, Engineering degree, Construction Management Program certificate, or another related degree
• Bonus Points: You’re experienced with design-build, hard bid, and negotiated projects around $50M+
• Bonus Points: You have extensive knowledge in construction management software
• Bonus Points: You hold an active OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Our Benefits

Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
• Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
• 401K Plan: We match a portion of your 401K contributions
• Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $750 to your HSA each year
• Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off