Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction (New Construction)
Location: Southeastern United States (Travel Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Leadership Role

About the Opportunity
We are representing a highly respected, nationally recognized commercial general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex, ground-up construction projects across the Southeast and beyond. With decades of proven performance, this firm is known for operational excellence, strong client relationships, and a people-first culture.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale commercial new construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Position Overview
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for overall project leadership, financial performance, client satisfaction, and team development. This individual will oversee multiple large commercial ground-up projects or one highly complex project and will serve as the primary point of contact for owners and key stakeholders.
This role requires strong leadership, advanced construction knowledge, and the ability to drive schedules, budgets, and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide full lifecycle project leadership from preconstruction through final completion

Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and forecasting

Lead contract negotiations and manage subcontractor agreements

Oversee risk management, safety compliance, and quality control initiatives

Build and maintain strong client, architect, and consultant relationships

Direct and mentor Project Managers, Assistant PMs, and Project Engineers

Ensure accurate cost control, change order management, and financial reporting

Drive proactive problem-solving and decision-making on complex projects

Coordinate closely with field operations leadership and superintendents

Qualifications

10+ years of commercial construction experience
5+ years in a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager capacity
Proven experience leading ground-up commercial projects ($20M+ preferred)
Strong knowledge of construction means & methods, scheduling (Primavera or MS Project), and cost control
Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, and negotiated work preferred
Demonstrated leadership of large teams and multi-disciplinary coordination
Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred



Project Types May Include
Healthcare facilities
Education (K-12 & Higher Ed)
Hospitality
Retail & Mixed-Use
Industrial & Manufacturing
Corporate & Office

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
Performance-based bonus structure
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes ownership of results. They are financially astute, operationally strong, and capable of managing high-visibility projects while developing strong teams beneath them.

If you are an experienced construction leader looking to join a best-in-class organization with long-term growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

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