Traveling Construction Senior Project Manager (Midwest)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Plan

Disability & Life Insurance

Vacation PTO

401K Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Parental Leave

Job summary

Superior is seeking a Traveling Construction Senior Project Manager to lead electrical construction projects in the Midwest from Ohio. The role reports to the Project Executive and covers a Midwest region, with base compensation of $220,000–$280,000 per year plus travel incentives.

Responsibilities include leading project teams, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating with field staff, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Bonus points for Construction Management or Engineering degree.
• Bonus points for design-build, hard bid, or negotiated projects around $50M+.
• Bonus points for extensive knowledge in construction management software.
• Bonus points for OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and provide clear communication to team members, vendors, clients, and executives.
• Mitigate and manage project risk and escalate concerns to leadership.
• Maintain client trust through proactive communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Oversee project finances: billings, setup, buy-out, cost control, changes, and cost-to-complete.
• Ensure adherence to the full project schedule from kickoff to closeout.
• Chair project meetings with customers and progress reviews.
• Coordinate materials and resources across departments.
• Own project contract scope and negotiate changes as needed.
• Maintain a high degree of on-site safety.

Skills

PM experience

Construction management degree

Design-build/HB Projects

CM software

OSHA certification

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Job description

Traveling Construction Senior Project Manager (Midwest)

Department: Project Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Ohio

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

• 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